Dowland, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Dowland, Devon.
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About Dowland
Dowland is a civil parish located in Devon, close to Winkleigh, and includes the hamlet of the same name. This area's planning applications may be influenced by its rural character and proximity to larger settlements, making it an important consideration for developers and local residents alike.
Population: 108 (2021)
District: Torridge
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £323,791 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Torridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
- LSOA: Torridge 007B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Dowland.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Dowland.
- 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 Dowland based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Dowland.
- - Palm Springs Dowland Winkleigh Devon EX19 8PD
Erection of 1no. barn for pygmy goats (Amended Description and Plans)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2025-10-22
View full details - - Agricultural Building At Grid Reference 256363 110866 Dolton Devon
Prior notification for the change of use of agricultural building to 1 no. dwellinghouse and associated building operations under Class Q
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Torridge | Date: 2024-09-11
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A brief summary of Dowland in Devon
Dowland is a civil parish located in Devon, close to Winkleigh, and includes the hamlet of the same name. This area's planning applications may be influenced by its rural character and proximity to larger settlements, making it an important consideration for developers and local residents alike. The settlement has a population of approximately 108 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Torridge district.
Property prices in Dowland show an average sale price of £323,791, 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 Dowland a particularly low-crime area.
Dowland has one conservation area within its boundaries: Dolton. 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 Dowland includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Halsdon SSSI; 6 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, Dowland 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 Dowland
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Dowland. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Dowland may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Dowland were full planning applications (2), other applications (2). Full planning applications account for 50% 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.