Holbeton, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Holbeton, Devon.
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Planning applications in Holbeton are administered by South Hams District Council. View the full South Hams District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Holbeton
Holbeton, a civil parish and village in the South Hams district of Devon, is situated 9 miles southeast of Plymouth. The population has fluctuated over the years, recorded at 579 in the 2001 census and rising to 619 by 2011, indicating a slight growth. This quaint village presents opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its evolving community.
Population: 612 (2021)
District: South Hams
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Area Information
- Admin district: South Hams
- Parliamentary constituency: South West Devon
- LSOA: South Hams 008C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Holbeton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Holbeton.
- 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 Holbeton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Holbeton.
- - Grannys Cottage 47 The Square Holbeton PL8 1LR
Householder application for installation of solar array on modern rear extension of cottage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - Pennywort Cottage 37 Brent Hill Holbeton PL8 1LW
Householder application to extend existing rear conservatory & improve thermal efficiency, replace existing garage & create new garage with home office in the roof space
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - Pennywort Cottage 37 Brent Hill Holbeton PL8 1LW
Listed Building Consent to extend existing rear conservatory & improve thermal efficiency.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - 75 Ford Holbeton PL8 1LJ
Householder application for rear single storey extension & minor amendments to elevational appearance of SE extension approved under planning ref: 1391/22/HHO
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-10-29
View full details - - 75 Ford Holbeton PL8 1LJ
Listed Building Consent for rear single storey extension & minor amendments to elevational appearance of SE extension approved under planning ref: 1392/22/LBC
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-10-29
View full details - - 75 Ford, Holbeton, PL8 1LJ
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 4 (Windows, Doors & Sills ) & 5 (Eaves & Verges) of planning consent 1392/22/LBC
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-10-28
View full details - - Dartmoor Union, Fore Street, Holbeton, PL8 1NE
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 (CMP) of planning consent 3849/24/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - Briar Cottage 41 The Square Holbeton PL8 1LR
Listed building consent for sensitive additions in structure to strengthen, assist the original & weak areas of roof structure
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-09-16
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A brief summary of Holbeton in Devon
Holbeton, a civil parish and village in the South Hams district of Devon, is situated 9 miles southeast of Plymouth. The population has fluctuated over the years, recorded at 579 in the 2001 census and rising to 619 by 2011, indicating a slight growth. This quaint village presents opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its evolving community. The settlement has a population of approximately 612 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Hams district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Holbeton a particularly low-crime area.
Holbeton has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Holbeton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Erme Estuary SSSI; 16 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): South Devon. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Holbeton
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Holbeton. The average decision time was 63 days.
At 63 days on average, decisions near Holbeton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Holbeton were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (3), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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