How long do planning decisions take near Crapstone?

The average planning decision time near Crapstone is 50 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Crapstone?

The planning approval rate near Crapstone is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Crapstone?

The most common type of planning application near Crapstone is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Crapstone?

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Crapstone, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Crapstone, Devon.

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About Crapstone

Crapstone is a quaint village in Devon, situated at the edge of Dartmoor within the parish of Buckland Monachorum. It lies approximately 1 mile from Yelverton, 9 miles from Plymouth, and 5 miles from Tavistock, making it a strategically located community for potential planning applications in the area.

District: Buckland Monachorum

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Area Information

Admin district: West Devon
Parliamentary constituency: South West Devon
LSOA: West Devon 006D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Crapstone.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Crapstone.

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 Crapstone based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Crapstone.

- Glengarry Crapstone PL20 7PG
Non-material minor amendment to planning consent 0949/25/HHO for removal of 2 x lanterns from original plans and change to 2 x skylights. Change of large 4m wide bifold doors to 1 x large window and 1
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-10
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- Abbey Close Yelverton PL20 7PX
Notice of intent to install electronic communication apparatus comprising five light wooden poles at 9 mtrs high
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-02-03
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- Dartmoor Caravan Park Crapstone PL20 7PG
TPO S263 A3 & A4; T1: Oak - overhangs sheds and gardens of properties at rear, reduce lateral spread on NE side by 2.5-3m, reduce lateral spread on SW side by 2.5m. T2 & T3: Oaks - overhangs gardens o
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-11-28
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- 4 Grimstone Terrace Crapstone PL20 7PQ
Householder application for single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-08-07
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A brief summary of Crapstone in Devon

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Crapstone a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Crapstone includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Tamar Valley; 1 National Parks: DARTMOOR. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Crapstone

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Crapstone. 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 Crapstone 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 Crapstone were tree works (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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