Churchill (EX31), Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Churchill (EX31), Devon.
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About Churchill (EX31)
Churchill is a hamlet situated in the civil parish of East Down within North Devon, England. Its proximity to the village of East Down and the larger town of Barnstaple makes it a noteworthy location for potential planning applications in the area, providing a blend of rural charm and accessibility to urban amenities.
District: East Down
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Area Information
- Admin district: Torridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
- LSOA: Torridge 007C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Churchill (EX31).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Churchill (EX31).
- 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 Churchill (EX31) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Churchill (EX31).
- - Front Barn Churchill East Down Barnstaple Devon EX31 4LT
Listed Building consent for the erection of a lean-to porch, installation of wood cladding to East facing gable end and installation of external timber sliding doors. Erection of outbuilding, greenhou
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - Front Barn Churchill East Down Barnstaple Devon EX31 4LT
Erection of a lean-to porch, installation of wood cladding to East facing gable end and installation of external timber sliding doors. Erection of outbuilding, greenhouse and fence
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-02-11
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A brief summary of Churchill (EX31) in Devon
Churchill is a hamlet situated in the civil parish of East Down within North Devon, England. Its proximity to the village of East Down and the larger town of Barnstaple makes it a noteworthy location for potential planning applications in the area, providing a blend of rural charm and accessibility to urban amenities. It sits within the East Down district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Churchill (EX31) a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Churchill (EX31) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Arlington SSSI; 8 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, Churchill (EX31) 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 Churchill (EX31)
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Churchill (EX31). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Churchill (EX31) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 70 days on average, decisions near Churchill (EX31) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Churchill (EX31) were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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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.