How long do planning decisions take near Hollacombe (EX17)?

The average planning decision time near Hollacombe (EX17) is 238 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hollacombe (EX17)?

The most common type of planning application near Hollacombe (EX17) is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hollacombe (EX17)?

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Hollacombe (EX17), Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hollacombe (EX17), Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hollacombe (EX17) are administered by Torridge District Council. View the full Torridge District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Hollacombe (EX17)

Hollacombe is a quaint village and civil parish located within the Torridge district of Devon, England, approximately 3 miles southeast of Holsworthy. The parish is bordered by Cookbury, Ashwater, and Holsworthy Hamlets, and had a population of 59 as of the 2001 census, reflecting a slight decline from 69 in 1901. This small community may be of interest to those researching planning applications in a rural setting.

Population: 43 (2021)

District: Torridge

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £330,534 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mid Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
LSOA: Mid Devon 009A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hollacombe (EX17).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hollacombe (EX17).

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 Hollacombe (EX17) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Hollacombe (EX17) in Devon

Property prices in Hollacombe (EX17) show an average sale price of £330,534, 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 Hollacombe (EX17) a particularly low-crime area.

Hollacombe (EX17) 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.

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Planning Activity in Hollacombe (EX17)

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Hollacombe (EX17). The average decision time was 238 days.

With an average of 238 days, decisions near Hollacombe (EX17) take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 8-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Hollacombe (EX17) were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development was submitted.

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