Chardstock, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Chardstock, Devon.
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About Chardstock
Chardstock is a picturesque village and civil parish in eastern Devon, situated along the A358 road between Chard and Axminster. As of the 2011 Census, it boasts a population of 828 residents and encompasses several hamlets, including Bewley Down, Birchill, Burridge, Holy City, and Tytherleigh. This charming area offers a blend of rural character and community, making it a notable location for planning applications in the region.
Population: 846 (2021) · Area: 1465.7 km²
District: East Devon
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £380,295 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: East Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Honiton and Sidmouth
- LSOA: East Devon 005D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Chardstock.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Chardstock.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Chardstock based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Chardstock.
- - Village Cottage Eggmoor Lane Chardstock EX13 7BP
Alteration and extension to dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - 3 Victoria Place Chardstock Axminster EX13 7BW
Remove existing render on front (South west) elevation and repoint stonework. Where necessary replace timber oak lintels above 2no. first floor windows
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: East Devon | Date: 2025-01-31
View full details - - St Andrews Church Chardstock
T3, Cedar of Lebanon: install 2x3 way wire rope cable braces at approx. 8 and 12m above ground. Brace to be installed on belts or via invasive bolts. Reduce lateral spread of canopy to south, west and
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Devon | Date: 2023-12-13
View full details - - Rivendell Chardstock Axminster EX13 7BT
Extension of farm track to provide safe access to lower fields and foul plant and stock proof fencing
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2022-08-08
View full details - - Ivygreen Farm Chardstock Axminster EX13 7BY
Construction of two timber glamping pods
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2021-04-14
View full details - - Myrtle Farm Chardstock Axminster EX13 7DD
Replacement farm buildings.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2020-11-30
View full details - - Tin Tac Chardstock Axminster EX13 7DA
Construction of single storey side and front extension and single storey side extension to replace conservatory.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2019-12-09
View full details - - Rivendell Chardstock Axminster EX13 7BT
Erection of agricultural building to provide chicken houses and dry store area
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2019-06-25
View full details - - Myrtle Farm Chardstock Axminster EX13 7DD
Construction of 2 storey extension and single storey covered porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2013-12-09
View full details - - Little Travellers Chardstock Axminster EX13 7DB
Two storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2013-09-04
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A brief summary of Chardstock in Devon
Chardstock is a picturesque village and civil parish in eastern Devon, situated along the A358 road between Chard and Axminster. As of the 2011 Census, it boasts a population of 828 residents and encompasses several hamlets, including Bewley Down, Birchill, Burridge, Holy City, and Tytherleigh. This charming area offers a blend of rural character and community, making it a notable location for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 846 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Devon district.
Chardstock covers an area of approximately 1465.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Chardstock show an average sale price of £380,295, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Chardstock a particularly low-crime area.
Chardstock has one conservation area within its boundaries: Chardstock. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Chardstock includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Blackdown Hills. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chardstock planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Chardstock
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Chardstock. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 127 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Chardstock may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 127 days, decisions near Chardstock take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Chardstock were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.