Hartland, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hartland, Devon.
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About Hartland
Hartland is the most north-westerly village in Devon, England, and includes the hamlet of Stoke to the west and the village of Meddon to the south. This unique location makes it a focal point for planning applications in the area, as it encompasses a blend of rural charm and community development opportunities.
Population: 1,866 (2021)
District: Torridge
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £274,340 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Torridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
- LSOA: Torridge 001B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hartland.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hartland.
- 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 Hartland based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Hartland.
- - Harton Manor Workshops The Square Hartland Bideford Devon EX39 6BL
Alterations to existing workshop including the installation of double-glazed windows, PV panels, an air source heat pump,EV charging, two new openings (one window and one door), rooflights, log store
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - Harton Manor Workshops The Square Hartland Bideford Devon EX39 6BL
Alterations to existing workshop including the installation of double-glazed windows, PV panels, an air source heat pump, EV charging, two new openings (one window and one door), rooflights, log store
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - 2 Providence Place Springfield Hartland Bideford Devon EX39 6BG
Extensions and alterations to dwelling, and erection of single storey storage outbuilding and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-01-05
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A brief summary of Hartland in Devon
Hartland is the most north-westerly village in Devon, England, and includes the hamlet of Stoke to the west and the village of Meddon to the south. This unique location makes it a focal point for planning applications in the area, as it encompasses a blend of rural charm and community development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,866 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Torridge district.
Property prices in Hartland show an average sale price of £274,340, 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 Hartland a particularly low-crime area.
Hartland has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hartland. 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 Hartland includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Devon. 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, Hartland 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 Hartland
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Hartland. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hartland may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 59 days on average, decisions near Hartland slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Hartland were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 67% 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, 5 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.