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Planning in Highweek

Approved
73%
19 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Highweek

Highweek, often referred to as Highweek Village, is a distinctive suburb of Newton Abbot in Devon, England. Positioned on a ridge at the northwestern edge of the town, it maintains a strong village identity within the civil parish of Newton Abbot and the Teignbridge district. Notably, Highweek is part of the Bradley electoral ward, which had a population of 5,043 according to the 2011 census, making it a key area for planning applications and community development. It sits within the Newton Abbot district.

Property prices in Highweek show an average sale price of £306,442, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Highweek 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 Highweek a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Highweek has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Highweek 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 Highweek, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Highweek. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), tree works (6), other applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Highweek?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Highweek. The approval rate is 73%.
How long do planning decisions take near Highweek?
The average planning decision time near Highweek is 58 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 Highweek?
The planning approval rate near Highweek is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Highweek?
The most common type of planning application near Highweek is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Highweek?
You can search and track planning applications near Highweek on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.