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Planning in Colebrooke

Only 6 decisions near Colebrooke in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Colebrooke in the last 24 months, from Mid Devon District Council's planning register.

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About Colebrooke

Colebrooke is a quaint village and parish located approximately 5 miles west of Crediton in Devon, England. Notable for its historic church, the village also has literary ties to Henry Kingsley’s novel *The Recollections of Geoffry Hamlyn*. Additionally, Colebrooke holds cultural significance as the home of Uncle Tom Cobley, who is linked to a famous folk song, and the birthplace of champion Devon wrestler Abraham Cann, who achieved acclaim by winning the all-comers wrestling crown in London. The settlement has a population of approximately 445 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Devon district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Colebrooke 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 Colebrooke a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Colebrooke has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Colebrooke 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 Colebrooke, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Colebrooke.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Colebrooke?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Colebrooke.
What types of planning applications are most common near Colebrooke?
The most common type of planning application near Colebrooke is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Colebrooke?
You can search and track planning applications near Colebrooke on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.