Highampton, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Highampton, Devon.
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About Highampton
Highampton is a picturesque parish in Devon, covering approximately 4½ miles and situated on a ridge that offers stunning views of both Dartmoor and Exmoor. Located 10 miles from Holsworthy, 9 miles from Okehampton, and just 3½ miles from Hatherleigh, it is easily accessible via the A3072, making it a notable area for planning applications and developments.
Population: 384 (2021)
District: West Devon
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £388,316 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: West Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
- LSOA: West Devon 001B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Highampton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Highampton.
- 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 Highampton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Highampton.
- - Town Barton Farm Highampton EX21 5LE
Change of use from agricultural fields to secure dog walking/exercise fields, creation of access & parking, & erection of boundary fence
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2024-09-06
View full details - - Town Barton Farm Highampton EX21 5LE
Variation of conditions 2 (approved drawings) & 8 (percolation testing, SuDS & drainage scheme) of planning consent 0124/22/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2024-09-05
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A brief summary of Highampton in Devon
Highampton is a picturesque parish in Devon, covering approximately 4½ miles and situated on a ridge that offers stunning views of both Dartmoor and Exmoor. Located 10 miles from Holsworthy, 9 miles from Okehampton, and just 3½ miles from Hatherleigh, it is easily accessible via the A3072, making it a notable area for planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 384 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Devon district.
Property prices in Highampton show an average sale price of £388,316, 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 Highampton a particularly low-crime area.
Highampton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Sheepwash. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Highampton 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 Highampton
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Highampton. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 101 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Highampton.
With an average of 101 days, decisions near Highampton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Highampton were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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- 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.