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Planning in Higher Rocombe Barton

Approved
80%
20 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Higher Rocombe Barton in the last 24 months, from Torbay Council's planning register.

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Around Higher Rocombe Barton

Postcode districts

TQ12 413 applications in the last 12 monthsTQ1 303 applications in the last 12 monthsTQ2 231 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Torbay Council

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About Higher Rocombe Barton

Higher Rocombe Barton is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Higher Rocombe Barton show an average sale price of £270,850, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Higher Rocombe Barton 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 Higher Rocombe Barton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Higher Rocombe Barton 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Higher Rocombe Barton, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Higher Rocombe Barton. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), tree works (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Higher Rocombe Barton?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Higher Rocombe Barton. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Higher Rocombe Barton?
The average planning decision time near Higher Rocombe Barton is 61 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Higher Rocombe Barton?
The planning approval rate near Higher Rocombe Barton is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Higher Rocombe Barton?
The most common type of planning application near Higher Rocombe Barton is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Higher Rocombe Barton?
You can search and track planning applications near Higher Rocombe Barton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.