Clearbrook, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Clearbrook, Devon.
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About Clearbrook
Clearbrook is a quaint village located within the parish of Buckland Monachorum in the West Devon district of England. Nestled along the River Meavy and situated south of Yelverton, Clearbrook offers a picturesque setting that may influence local planning applications and development opportunities in the area.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £378,774 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: West Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: South West Devon
- LSOA: West Devon 006C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Clearbrook.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Clearbrook.
- 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 Clearbrook based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Clearbrook.
- - Leebeer, Clearbrook, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 6JB
Erection of detached garage with log store
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2025-12-16
View full details - - Clearwater Cottage, Clearbrook, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 6JB
Variation of conditions 2 and 8 of approved planning ref: 0087/22 erection of extension and alterations including new roof construction
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2024-03-20
View full details - - Hillside Cottage, Clearbrook, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 6JB
Demolition of lean-to and erection of extensions, Hillside Cottage, Clearbrook.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2023-03-21
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A brief summary of Clearbrook in Devon
Clearbrook is a quaint village located within the parish of Buckland Monachorum in the West Devon district of England. Nestled along the River Meavy and situated south of Yelverton, Clearbrook offers a picturesque setting that may influence local planning applications and development opportunities in the area.
Property prices in Clearbrook show an average sale price of £378,774, 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 Clearbrook a particularly low-crime area.
Clearbrook 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 Clearbrook includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Shaugh Prior Woods SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Tamar Valley; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Dartmoor Woods; 1 National Parks: DARTMOOR. 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, Clearbrook 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 Clearbrook
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Clearbrook. Of these, 100% were approved.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Clearbrook may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The most common application types near Clearbrook were full planning applications (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.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Hoo Meavy planning applications
- Chub Tor planning applications
- Yelverton planning applications
- Axtown planning applications
- Bickleigh planning applications
- Lovaton planning applications
- Dousland planning applications
- Harrowbeer planning applications
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.