Docton, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Docton, Devon.
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About Docton
Docton is a historic estate located in the parish of Hartland, Devon, approximately 3 miles south-west of the village of Hartland. Once the residence of the Docton family since the 15th century, the estate now includes Docton Farm, a working farm offering holiday-let cottages, and Docton Mill, a former corn mill that operates as a tea-room with a public garden. This unique blend of history and rural charm makes Docton a notable area for planning applications in tourism and agricultural ventures.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £274,340 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Torridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
- LSOA: Torridge 008E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Docton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Docton.
- 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 Docton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
15 planning applications found near Docton.
- - Edistone Farm Hartland Bideford Devon EX39 6EJ
Conversion of former dairy to No.1 dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2021-05-12
View full details - - The Old Malthouse Hartland Bideford Devon EX39 6EJ
Polytunnel on a yard hard standing
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2017-05-03
View full details - - Vines Cottage Edistone Hartland Bideford Devon EX39 6EJ
Single storey extension to dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2015-05-01
View full details - - Edistone Farm Hartland Bideford Devon EX39 6EJ
Removal of condition 4 of planning permission 1/0918/2010/FUL to amend holiday accommodation to an annexe
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2013-12-16
View full details - - Edistone Farm Hartland Bideford Devon EX39 6EJ
Minor Material Amendment to planning approval 1/1381/2004/FUL (conversion of redundant farm buildings into two holiday cottages and provision of septic tank) - alterations to door and windows openings
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2010-10-13
View full details - - Rendells Eddistone Hartland Bideford EX39 6EJ
Renewal of Consent for conversion of outbuilding to holiday unit
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2009-12-09
View full details - - Ash Barn Eddistone Hartland Devon EX39 6EJ
Erection of new private studio and store to the east of the existing garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2008-05-15
View full details - - Ash Barn Eddistone Hartland
Proposed sun room & removal of dormer window to be replaced by roof windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2007-07-11
View full details - - Rendells Eddistone Hartland Bideford EX39 6EJ
Conversion of outbuilding to holiday unit.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2006-11-28
View full details - - Edistone Cottage Eddistone Hartland Bideford EX39 6EJ
Proposed ground floor extension and other minor works to existing barn (domestic outbuilding) to facilitate the introduction of a free standing swimming pool
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2005-04-27
View full details - - Edistone Farm Edistone Hartland
Renewal of planning permission 1/0825/99/26/0007 for the conversion of redundant farm buildings into two holiday cottages and provision of septic tank
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Torridge | Date: 2004-06-30
View full details - - Edistone Cottage Edistone Hartland Bideford EX39 6EJ
Change of use of redundant barn with extension to form 1 unit of holiday accommodation
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Torridge | Date: 2003-10-14
View full details - - Docton Farm Hartland EX39 6EL
Conversion of redundant barns to 2 no holiday accommodation units and enclosed swimming pool adjoining
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Torridge | Date: 2003-04-30
View full details - - Edistone Chapel Hartland
CONVERSION TO A DWELLING
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Torridge | Date: 2003-02-26
View full details - - Edistone Chapel Hartland
CONVERSION TO DWELLING
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2002-11-18
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A brief summary of Docton in Devon
Docton is a historic estate located in the parish of Hartland, Devon, approximately 3 miles south-west of the village of Hartland. Once the residence of the Docton family since the 15th century, the estate now includes Docton Farm, a working farm offering holiday-let cottages, and Docton Mill, a former corn mill that operates as a tea-room with a public garden. This unique blend of history and rural charm makes Docton a notable area for planning applications in tourism and agricultural ventures.
Property prices in Docton show an average sale price of £274,340, 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 Docton a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Docton includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Devon. 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 Docton
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Docton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Docton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Docton 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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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.