What is the planning approval rate near Dean Prior?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Dean Prior?

The most common type of planning application near Dean Prior is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dean Prior?

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Dean Prior, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dean Prior, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Dean Prior are administered by South Hams District Council. View the full South Hams District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Dean Prior

Dean Prior is a charming village and civil parish situated in the South Hams district of Devon, England, conveniently close to the A38 road. Nestled near Buckfastleigh and just north of South Brent, this area may present interesting opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its picturesque rural setting.

Population: 221 (2021)

District: South Hams

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £414,338 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Hams
Parliamentary constituency: South Devon
LSOA: South Hams 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dean Prior.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dean Prior based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Dean Prior in Devon

Property prices in Dean Prior show an average sale price of £414,338, 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 Dean Prior a particularly low-crime area.

Dean Prior has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Dean Prior includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Potter's Wood SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 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 Dean Prior

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Dean Prior. Of these, 100% were approved.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Dean Prior may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The most common application types near Dean Prior were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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