Colyford, Devon Planning Applications

Colyford is a picturesque village and civil parish located in East Devon, England, positioned along the A3052 road between the coastal towns of Lyme Regis and Sidmouth. It shares its northern border with Colyton and is just south of Seaton, with the Seaton Wetlands nature reserves providing a scenic buffer along the River Axe estuary. The village is situated by the River Coly, which merges into the River Axe to the east, making it an appealing area for potential planning applications related to development and conservation. It sits within the Colyton district.

Property prices in Colyford show an average sale price of £511,860, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Colyford 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 (May 2026). This makes Colyford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Colyford 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 Colyford, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.