Chulmleigh, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Chulmleigh, Devon.
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About Chulmleigh
Chulmleigh is a charming Saxon hilltop market town and civil parish located in North Devon, approximately 20 miles northwest of Exeter. Nestled in the heart of Devon, it is easily accessible via the A377 and B3096 roads, making it a key area for planning applications and developments in the region.
Population: 1,584 (2021)
District: North Devon
Website: http://www.chulmleigh.org/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £345,421 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Torridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
- LSOA: Torridge 007D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Chulmleigh.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Chulmleigh.
- 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 Chulmleigh based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Chulmleigh.
- - Bramble Patch Back Lane Chulmleigh EX18 7DQ
Reserved matters application for appearance, scale and landscaping (Outline planning permission 75157 Outline application for erection of a dwelling with some matters reserved (appearance and landscap
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - Fire Station New Street Chulmleigh Devon EX18 7BZ
Replacement drill tower
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - Land at Great Shute East Street Chulmleigh Devon EX18 7DD
Demolition of barn and erection of a single dwelling together with associated works (utilising fallback position of approval 80823)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - 12 Four Ways Drive Chulmleigh Devon EX18 7AZ
Extension to rear of bungalow
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-04-28
View full details - - Abigails South Molton Street Chulmleigh Devon EX18 7BW
Listed Building consent for removal and replacement of existing render to front elevation with new lime render (leaving two areas of exposed stonework), repointing of exposed stonework and replacement
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Devon | Date: 2024-04-05
View full details - - Land off High Down Hill Chulmleigh Devon EX18 7AX
Demolition of existing barn and erection of a dwelling under fall back position (reference planning application 77400)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2023-12-20
View full details - - Land at 268414 114608 Four Ways Drive Chulmleigh Devon EX18 7AX
Reserved matters application for appearance, landscaping, layout, and scale (outline planning permission 74895 - erection of 5no. dwellings including access & associated works)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Devon | Date: 2023-10-12
View full details - - Land off High Down Hill Chulmleigh Devon EX18 7AX
Conversion of barn to dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2023-07-11
View full details - - The Malthouse South Molton Street Chulmleigh Devon EX18 7BW
Demolition of utility lean to along with minor internal alterations and repairs to the existing building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2023-01-06
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A brief summary of Chulmleigh in Devon
Chulmleigh is a charming Saxon hilltop market town and civil parish located in North Devon, approximately 20 miles northwest of Exeter. Nestled in the heart of Devon, it is easily accessible via the A377 and B3096 roads, making it a key area for planning applications and developments in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,584 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Devon district.
Property prices in Chulmleigh show an average sale price of £345,421, 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 Chulmleigh a particularly low-crime area.
Chulmleigh has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Chulmleigh, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Chulmleigh includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Chulmleigh planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.chulmleigh.org/. 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 Chulmleigh
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Chulmleigh. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Chulmleigh may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Chulmleigh were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.
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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.