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Planning in East Down

Only 2 decisions near East Down in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of East Down in the last 24 months, from North Devon District Council's planning register.

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About East Down

East Down is a quaint village and civil parish located in the North Devon district of England. The area encompasses several hamlets, including Churchill, Shortacombe, Brockham, and Clifton, and features essential amenities such as a church, a pub, and a historic manor house, making it a charming location for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 270 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Devon district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the East Down area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes East Down a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around East Down has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Down 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near East Down, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near East Down.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near East Down?
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near East Down.
What types of planning applications are most common near East Down?
The most common type of planning application near East Down is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near East Down?
You can search and track planning applications near East Down on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.