Hele (TQ13), Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hele (TQ13), Devon.
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About Hele (TQ13)
Hele is a village located in Devon, England, approximately one mile south-southwest of Bradninch and 10 miles northeast of Exeter, nestled along the banks of the River Culm. Its proximity to these larger towns makes it an area of interest for planning applications, particularly for those looking to develop or invest in rural settings.
District: Broad Clyst
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £317,675 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Teignbridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
- LSOA: Teignbridge 004F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hele (TQ13).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hele (TQ13).
- 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 Hele (TQ13) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Hele (TQ13).
- - Public Open Space Adjacent To Amberley Close, Ashburton, TQ13 7JE
T1 - Ash. Crown lift to provide 5m clearance over the highway. Crown lift secondary branches to provide 3m clearance over the park. Remove broken limb.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - Thatchetts, Ashburton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 7QX
Conversion of garage and store into annex and ancillary to the house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2024-03-27
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A brief summary of Hele (TQ13) in Devon
Hele is a village located in Devon, England, approximately one mile south-southwest of Bradninch and 10 miles northeast of Exeter, nestled along the banks of the River Culm. Its proximity to these larger towns makes it an area of interest for planning applications, particularly for those looking to develop or invest in rural settings. It sits within the Broad Clyst district.
Property prices in Hele (TQ13) show an average sale price of £317,675, 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 Hele (TQ13) a particularly low-crime area.
Hele (TQ13) has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Ashburton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Hele (TQ13) includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hembury Woods SSSI, Ashburton Road Cuttings SSSI, Holne Woodlands SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Dartmoor Woods; 1 National Parks: DARTMOOR. 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, Hele (TQ13) 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 Hele (TQ13)
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Hele (TQ13). Of these, 100% were approved.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hele (TQ13) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The most common application types near Hele (TQ13) were tree works (2), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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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.