Hollacombe (EX22), Devon Planning Applications

Hollacombe is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Torridge district of Devon, England, approximately 3 miles southeast of Holsworthy. Surrounded by the parishes of Cookbury, Ashwater, and Holsworthy Hamlets, it has a small population that declined from 69 in 1901 to 59 in 2001. This peaceful rural setting may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area, particularly for residential or agricultural developments. The other has a population of approximately 43 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Torridge district.

Property prices in Hollacombe show an average sale price of £364,835, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hollacombe 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 Hollacombe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hollacombe has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hollacombe 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Hollacombe, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.