Drewsteignton, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Drewsteignton, Devon.
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Planning applications in Drewsteignton are administered by Devon County Council. View the full Devon County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Drewsteignton
Drewsteignton is a picturesque village and civil parish in West Devon, nestled within the Dartmoor National Park and situated in the scenic valley of the River Teign. Located 13 miles west of Exeter and 9 miles southeast of Okehampton, it is home to various attractions, including the charming village centre, Castle Drogo, and Fingle Bridge. With a population of 1,616 as of the 2011 census, Drewsteignton offers a blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications.
Population: 833 (2021)
District: West Devon
Website: http://www.drewsteigntonparish.co.uk/
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Area Information
- Admin district: Teignbridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
- LSOA: Teignbridge 004F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Drewsteignton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Drewsteignton.
- 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 Drewsteignton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
15 planning applications found near Drewsteignton.
- - KNOWLE COTTAGE, Drewsteignton, Exeter, Devon, EX6 6QZ
Reconstruction of collapsed garden wall
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2025-12-04
View full details - - Winscombe, Crockernwell, Exeter, Devon, EX6 6NL
Erection of steel framed building for the keeping of livestock
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2024-05-01
View full details - - Knowle Cottage, Drewsteignton, Exeter, Devon, EX6 6QZ
Demolition of single storey extension and proposed two storey extension; demolition of part boundary wall, re-build of boundary wall including new vehicular access, works to garden to create new off-r
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2023-09-14
View full details - - Knowle Cottage, Drewsteignton, Exeter, Devon, EX6 6QZ
Demolition of single storey extension and proposed two storey extension; demolition of part boundary wall, re-build of boundary wall including new vehicular access, works to garden to create new off-r
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2023-09-14
View full details - - West Netherton, Drewsteignton, Exeter, Devon, EX6 6RB
Dwelling to have dormer added and bothy to have velux roof window added
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2022-11-30
View full details - - NETHERTON BARTON, Drewsteignton, Exeter, Devon, EX6 6RB
Retrospective application for annex originally approved under planning approval 0256/17
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2022-11-24
View full details - - Blackaller Quarry Drewsteignton, EX6 6RB
Demolition of two structures
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2021-12-20
View full details - - Black Aller Quarry, Drewsteignton, EX6 6RB
Demolition of two structures
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2021-10-14
View full details - - Netherton House, Drewsteignton, EX6 6RB
Window alteration and re-open existing doorway
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2021-07-14
View full details - - Higher Hopsyard, Drewsteignton
Erection of self-build carpentry workshop and studio space
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2021-07-05
View full details - - Netherton House, Drewsteignton, Exeter, Devon, EX6 6RB
Amendment to approved application number 0071/18 for the modification to approved finish on existing annexe
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2019-01-11
View full details - - Knowle Cottage, Drewsteignton, EX6 6QZ
Re-roof inner passage between Knowle Cottage and recently approved Piggery conversion
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2018-03-14
View full details - - Netherton House, Drewsteignton, EX6 6RB
Modification to existing annexe, demolition of existing store for replacement with granite garden room and ancillary accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2018-01-08
View full details - - Netherton House, Drewsteignton, EX6 6RB
Modification to existing annexe, demolition of existing store for replacement with granite garden room and ancillary accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2018-01-08
View full details - - Netherton Barton, Drewsteignton, EX6 6RB
Convert garage to annex and erection of garage extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2017-04-11
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A brief summary of Drewsteignton in Devon
Drewsteignton is a picturesque village and civil parish in West Devon, nestled within the Dartmoor National Park and situated in the scenic valley of the River Teign. Located 13 miles west of Exeter and 9 miles southeast of Okehampton, it is home to various attractions, including the charming village centre, Castle Drogo, and Fingle Bridge. With a population of 1,616 as of the 2011 census, Drewsteignton offers a blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 833 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Devon district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Drewsteignton a particularly low-crime area.
Drewsteignton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Drewsteignton, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Drewsteignton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Whiddon Deer Park SSSI; 4 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Drewsteignton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.drewsteigntonparish.co.uk/. 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 Drewsteignton
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Drewsteignton. Of these, 94% were approved.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Drewsteignton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The most common application types near Drewsteignton were full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (4), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 41% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).
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