Cockwood, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Cockwood, Devon.
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About Cockwood
Cockwood is a quaint village located on the west side of the Exe Estuary within the Dawlish civil parish in Teignbridge district, Devon. Nestled between Dawlish Warren and Starcross, the village features a small tidal harbour accessible to boats via a bridge beneath the main railway line connecting Exeter and Torquay, making it a unique spot for potential planning applications related to maritime access and development in the area.
District: Dawlish
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Area Information
- Admin district: Teignbridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
- LSOA: Teignbridge 001D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Cockwood.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cockwood.
- 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 Cockwood based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Cockwood.
- - Southbrook, Orchard Court Road From Old Toll House To New Road Starcross Devon EX6 8QX
T1 Holm Oak - Pollard to 6m T2 Holm Oak - Re-pollard to 6m T3 Holm Oak - Pollard to 6m T4 Holm Oak - Pollard to 6m T5 Holm Oak - Pollard to 6m T6 Western Red Cedar - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-05-10
View full details - - 12 Vicarage Road Cockwood Devon EX6 8RE
Erection of a combined single storey and two storey extension to the rear of the dwelling, demolition of existing outbuilding and front porch, partial removal and replacement of dual-pitched roof with
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - 4 Kenbury Crescent Cockwood Devon EX6 8RQ
Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed use to remove existing rear conservatory and build a new rear single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - 21 Cofton Hill Cockwood Devon EX6 8RB
Single storey front extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - The Croft Starcross Devon EX6 8QY
Alterations and improvements to existing dwelling including replacement of the existing single-storey extension roof, replacement windows and doors, installation of solar panels and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - Land At Middlewood NGR 297323 80597 Middlewood Cockwood
Discharge of conditions 3(Surface Water/Drainage), 4(Meter Boxes) and 5(External Materials) on planning permission 23/01217/FUL for Dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-11-21
View full details - - The Croft Road From The Strand To Cofton Cross Starcross Devon EX6 8QY
Rear garden: G1. 3x Holm oak coppiced stools - Fell to near ground level. Unmanaged coppice of holm oak, approx. 45mm in diameter, within close contact to the adjacent property. T2. 1x Dying pittospor
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-11-18
View full details - - Cove Cottage Starcross Devon EX6 8QY
Discharge of condition 3 (materials) on planning permission 23/01877/HOU for conversion of upper floor above garage to additional living accommodation and new roof
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-02-04
View full details - - 7 Kenbury Crescent Cockwood Devon EX6 8RQ
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2023-11-15
View full details - - Cove Cottage Starcross Devon EX6 8QY
Conversion of upper floor above garage to additional living accommodation and new roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2023-10-17
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A brief summary of Cockwood in Devon
Cockwood is a quaint village located on the west side of the Exe Estuary within the Dawlish civil parish in Teignbridge district, Devon. Nestled between Dawlish Warren and Starcross, the village features a small tidal harbour accessible to boats via a bridge beneath the main railway line connecting Exeter and Torquay, making it a unique spot for potential planning applications related to maritime access and development in the area. It sits within the Dawlish district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cockwood a particularly low-crime area.
Cockwood has one conservation area within its boundaries: Cockwood Sod. 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 Cockwood includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dawlish Warren SSSI, Exe Estuary SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Dawlish Warren; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Exe Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Exe Estuary. 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, Cockwood 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 Cockwood
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Cockwood. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 24 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Cockwood may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 24 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Cockwood were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 30% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
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- 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.