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Planning in Harberton

Only 8 decisions near Harberton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Harberton

Harberton is a picturesque village and civil parish located 3 miles southwest of Totnes in the South Hams District of Devon, England. It includes the nearby village of Harbertonford, which is situated along the main A381 road. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 1,285, contributing to a larger electoral ward population of 2,217, making it a significant area for those considering planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,355 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Hams district.

Property prices in Harberton show an average sale price of £377,220, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Harberton 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 Harberton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Harberton has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Harberton, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Harberton.

The most common types were tree works (3), outline applications (2), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Harberton?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Harberton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Harberton?
The most common type of planning application near Harberton is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Harberton?
You can search and track planning applications near Harberton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.