Dittisham, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Dittisham, Devon.
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About Dittisham
Dittisham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the South Hams district of Devon, England. Nestled on the west bank of the tidal River Dart, it lies just 2 miles upstream from Dartmouth, making it a charming area for planning applications related to residential and commercial development.
Population: 389 (2021)
District: South Hams
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £532,699 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: South Hams
- Parliamentary constituency: South Devon
- LSOA: South Hams 011B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Dittisham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Dittisham.
- 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 Dittisham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Dittisham.
- - Meadow View, The Level, Dittisham, TQ6 0ES
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 4 (Doors/Windows) & 5 (Cladding) of planning consent 2659/25/HHO
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - Meadow View The Level Dittisham TQ6 0ES
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 5 (Doors/Windows) of planning consent 2651/25/LBC
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 2 Meadow Cottages The Level Dittisham TQ6 0EU
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed conversion of two flats into a single dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - Laburnum Cottage Manor Street Dittisham TQ6 0EX
T80: Oak – remove dead wood. A,B,D,E,T88,T87: Ash – remove deadwood and Ivy. T83: Acer – remove Ivy. G84: x3 Sycamore – remove Ivy. T81,T82,T86,T85,C: Ash – fell, due to Dieback.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - 2 Watermans Cottage Manor Street Dittisham TQ6 0EX
T2: Ash – remove, die back present. T3: Maple – reduce by 1/3 all over, to reduce risk of branch failure.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-01-07
View full details - - Meadow View The Level Dittisham TQ6 0ES
Householder application for replacement garden summer house & supporting decking alongside replacement of secondary decking area (part retrospective)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-09-08
View full details - - Pump Cottage The Level Dittisham TQ6 0ES
Householder application for demolition of single storey garage, store & first floor dormer, removal of oil tank & slab, Internal alterations, roof extension & installation of ASHP
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2024-07-29
View full details - - The Cider Cottage, Manor Street, Dittisham, TQ6 0EX
Householder application for new boat & garden store in existing garden
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Dittisham in Devon
Dittisham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the South Hams district of Devon, England. Nestled on the west bank of the tidal River Dart, it lies just 2 miles upstream from Dartmouth, making it a charming area for planning applications related to residential and commercial development. The settlement has a population of approximately 389 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Hams district.
Property prices in Dittisham show an average sale price of £532,699, 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 Dittisham a particularly low-crime area.
Dittisham 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 Dittisham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lord's Wood SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): South Devon. 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, Dittisham 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 Dittisham
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Dittisham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Dittisham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Dittisham were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (3), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 42% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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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.