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Planning in Churscombe

Approved
83%
34 of 39 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Churscombe in the last 24 months, from Torbay Council's planning register.

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About Churscombe

Churscombe is a settlement located in Devon, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Churscombe area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Churscombe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Churscombe has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Churscombe 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Churscombe, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 68 planning applications were submitted near Churscombe. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), tree works (8), outline applications (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Churscombe?
In the last 24 months, 68 planning applications were submitted near Churscombe. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Churscombe?
The average planning decision time near Churscombe is 63 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Churscombe?
The planning approval rate near Churscombe is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Churscombe?
The most common type of planning application near Churscombe is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Churscombe?
You can search and track planning applications near Churscombe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.