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Planning in Horsebridge

Only 3 decisions near Horsebridge in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Horsebridge

Postcode districts

PL19 162 applications in the last 12 monthsPL18 63 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Hams District Council

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About Horsebridge

Horsebridge is a quaint hamlet located within the Sydenham Damerel parish in the West Devon district, nestled in the picturesque Tamar Valley. Situated on the east bank of the River Tamar, which delineates the boundary between Devon and Cornwall, the village derives its name from the nearby 'Horse Bridge.' Notably, Horsebridge serves as a crossing point over the river and is home to the Royal Inn, a pub with a fascinating history, claiming to have been a former nunnery.

Property prices in Horsebridge show an average sale price of £319,930, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Horsebridge 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 Horsebridge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Horsebridge has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Horsebridge 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 Horsebridge, 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, 4 planning applications were submitted near Horsebridge.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Horsebridge?
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Horsebridge.
What types of planning applications are most common near Horsebridge?
The most common type of planning application near Horsebridge is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Horsebridge?
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