Cowley, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Cowley, Devon.
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About Cowley
Cowley is a quaint hamlet located within the parish of Upton Pyne in Devon, England. This serene community is characterized by its picturesque surroundings and rural charm, making it a notable area for those exploring planning applications and development opportunities in the region.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £360,654 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: East Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Honiton and Sidmouth
- LSOA: East Devon 008A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Cowley.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cowley.
- 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 Cowley based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Cowley.
- - Forge Cottage Cowley Exeter EX5 5EL
Remove small window east elevation of extension and make good. Install a segmental arch over the picture window on east elevation. Create quarry-tile path approaching the front door, reroof front porc
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: East Devon | Date: 2025-06-24
View full details - - Forge Cottage Cowley Devon EX5 5EL
Retention of works: Bedroom 3/study: Additional joists and re-instate ceilings; install glasscrete floor system; Living room: additional joists where old staircase was previously removed; remove and r
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: East Devon | Date: 2024-01-09
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A brief summary of Cowley in Devon
Cowley is a quaint hamlet located within the parish of Upton Pyne in Devon, England. This serene community is characterized by its picturesque surroundings and rural charm, making it a notable area for those exploring planning applications and development opportunities in the region.
Property prices in Cowley show an average sale price of £360,654, 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 Cowley a particularly low-crime area.
Cowley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Exwick, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Cowley includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Cowley 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 Cowley
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Cowley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Cowley may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Cowley were outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (2), discharge of conditions (1).
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Duryard planning applications
- Langford planning applications
- Exwick planning applications
- Upton Pyne planning applications
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- Redhills planning applications
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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.