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Planning in Galmpton (TQ7)

Approved
100%
17 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Galmpton (TQ7) in the last 24 months, from South Hams District Council's planning register.

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Around Galmpton (TQ7)

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About Galmpton (TQ7)

Galmpton is a semi-rural village in Torbay, Devon, situated within the ward of Churston-with-Galmpton and the historic civil parish of Churston Ferrers. While primarily part of Torbay, some areas traditionally linked to Galmpton, including Greenway and Galmpton Creek, fall within the neighbouring South Hams borough. This unique positioning may influence local planning applications and development opportunities in the region. It sits within the Torbay district.

Property prices in Galmpton show an average sale price of £439,283, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Galmpton 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 (May 2026). This makes Galmpton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Galmpton has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Galmpton, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Galmpton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (5), other applications (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Galmpton (TQ7)?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Galmpton (TQ7). The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Galmpton (TQ7)?
The average planning decision time near Galmpton (TQ7) is 76 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Galmpton (TQ7)?
The planning approval rate near Galmpton (TQ7) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Galmpton (TQ7)?
The most common type of planning application near Galmpton (TQ7) is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Galmpton (TQ7)?
You can search and track planning applications near Galmpton (TQ7) on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.