How long do planning decisions take near Churchstow?

The average planning decision time near Churchstow is 68 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Churchstow?

The most common type of planning application near Churchstow is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Churchstow?

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Churchstow, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Churchstow, Devon.

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About Churchstow

Churchstow is a village and civil parish located along the A379 road in the South Hams district of south Devon, England. Positioned approximately 1.9 miles northwest of Kingsbridge and 16 miles southeast of Plymouth, the parish had a population of 465 as of the 2011 UK Census. This charming village is an important area for planning applications, given its strategic location and community characteristics.

Population: 571 (2021) · Area: 10.5 km²

District: South Hams

Website: http://www.churchstow-devon.co.uk/history.html

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £368,500 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Hams
Parliamentary constituency: South Devon
LSOA: South Hams 010A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Churchstow.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Churchstow.

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 Churchstow based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Churchstow.

- Churchstow Lodge, Churchstow, TQ7 3QU
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 3 (CMP), 4 (Visibility Splays), 6 (Surface Water Management Scheme), 7 (Slate), 8 (Solar Panels) & 9 (ASHP) of planning consent 2202/22/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-02-18
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- Trowbridge Farm Churchstow TQ7 3QU
Proposed three new agricultural highway accesses & agricultural track
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-01-30
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A brief summary of Churchstow in Devon

Churchstow covers an area of approximately 10.5 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 Churchstow show an average sale price of £368,500, 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 Churchstow a particularly low-crime area.

Churchstow has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Churchstow includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): South Devon. 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, Churchstow planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.churchstow-devon.co.uk/history.html. 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 Churchstow

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Churchstow. The average decision time was 68 days.

At 68 days on average, decisions near Churchstow slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Churchstow were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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