Great Torrington, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Great Torrington, Devon.
Devon · England · Town
About Great Torrington
Great Torrington, a market town in Devon, England, is characterized by its elevated terrain and steep descents to the River Torridge, which makes some areas prone to occasional flooding. Nestled in the heart of Tarka Country, famously depicted in Henry Williamson's 1927 novel "Tarka the Otter," the town is also known for its vibrant volunteering community, one of the most active in the UK. This blend of natural beauty and community spirit makes Great Torrington a notable area for planning applications.
Population: 5,801 (2021)
District: Torridge
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £264,422 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Torridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
- LSOA: Torridge 006B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Great Torrington.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Great Torrington.
- 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 Great Torrington based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
12 planning applications found near Great Torrington.
- - 28 South Street Torrington Devon EX38 8AA
Works to trees in a conservation arera- Removal of 2no. cypress trees to ground level
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-05-11
View full details - - Devon County Council Gas Lane Torrington Devon EX38 7BB
Outline application for the erection of 10 no. dwelling with all matters reserved except for access
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 6 Castle Street Torrington Devon EX38 8EZ
Installation of outbuilding in garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - 6 Castle Street Torrington Devon EX38 8EZ
Installation of outbuilding in garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - 10 South Street Torrington Devon EX38 8HE
Conversion of former nightclub into 1no. dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 46 Well Street Torrington Devon EX38 7BW
Erection of 2no. dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - Tennis Courts At Grid Reference 249594 119408 Bests Lane Torrington Devon
7 no. vinyl banners promoting the funding to be fixed to the sports fence and are not illuminated.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Torridge | Date: 2025-12-12
View full details - - Land And Buildings At Grid Reference 249644 119976 Torrington Devon
Discharge of conditions 11 and 20 of hybrid planning approval 1/0324/2024/FULM (Contamination and Remediation)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Torridge | Date: 2025-05-28
View full details - - Land And Buildings At Grid Reference 249644 119976 Torrington Devon
Discharge of condition 4 of planning approval 1/0324/2024/FULM (Phasing)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Torridge | Date: 2025-04-28
View full details - - Land And Buildings At Grid Reference 249644 119976 Torrington Devon
Discharge of condition 23 & 24 of planning approval 1/0324/2024/FULM (Construction Ecological Management Scheme and Landscape Ecological Management Plan & Biodiversity Enhancement Management Plan)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Torridge | Date: 2024-10-02
View full details - - Land At Grid Reference 249644 119976 Torrington Devon
Deed of Variation of Section 106 agreement for planning approval 1/0511/2021/OUTM
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Torridge | Date: 2024-04-15
View full details - - 79 New Street Torrington Devon EX38 8BT
Rear extension and alterations to dwelling and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2024-01-31
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A brief summary of Great Torrington in Devon
Great Torrington, a market town in Devon, England, is characterized by its elevated terrain and steep descents to the River Torridge, which makes some areas prone to occasional flooding. Nestled in the heart of Tarka Country, famously depicted in Henry Williamson's 1927 novel "Tarka the Otter," the town is also known for its vibrant volunteering community, one of the most active in the UK. This blend of natural beauty and community spirit makes Great Torrington a notable area for planning applications. The Town has a population of approximately 5,801 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Torridge district.
Property prices in Great Torrington show an average sale price of £264,422, 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 Great Torrington a particularly low-crime area.
Great Torrington has one conservation area within its boundaries: Great Torrington. 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 Great Torrington includes 10 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, Great Torrington 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 Great Torrington
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Great Torrington. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Great Torrington may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Great Torrington were full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 42% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 17 smaller schemes were submitted.
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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.