Search Instow planning applications
15 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Instow · updated daily · North Devon District Council
Only 6 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- All Saints Chapel Anstey Way Instow Bideford Devon EX39 4JGAwaiting decisionNotification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of removal of 1x willow treeTrees in a Conservation AreaReceived 3 Nov 202682412
- Golden Hind Bridge Lane Instow Bideford Devon EX39 4JDAwaiting decisionNotification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of light reduction and dead wood removal of 1x cabbage palmTrees in a Conservation AreaReceived 2 Nov 202682349
- Seagate Hotel The Quay Appledore Bideford Devon EX39 1QSAwaiting decisionReplace 2no. existing illuminated sign written fascia signs and install 1no. proposed illuminated hanging swing signReceived 16 Sep 20261/0710/2026/ADV
- Seagate Hotel The Quay Appledore Bideford Devon EX39 1QSAwaiting decisionReplace 2no. existing illuminated sign written fascia signs and install 1no. proposed illuminated hanging swing signReceived 16 Sep 20261/0711/2026/LBC
- Caynham Anstey Way Instow Bideford Devon EX39 4JFAwaiting decisionPrior approval for installation of 8 no. solar photovoltaic (PV) panels on the existing flat roofPrior Approval Part 14 Class JReceived 14 Sep 202682248
Planning in Instow
- Approved
- 100%
- 11 of 11 decided
- Decision time
- about 11 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Instow in the last 24 months, from North Devon District Council's planning register.
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Around Instow
Postcode districts
EX39 241 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
Nearby towns and villages
Planning authority: North Devon District Council
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About Instow
Instow is a picturesque village located in North Devon, England, situated at the confluence of the Taw and Torridge rivers. Nestled between the villages of Westleigh and Yelland, and facing Appledore across the estuary, it offers a unique coastal setting. The village is part of an electoral ward that had a population of 1,501 according to the 2011 census, making it a small yet vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 660 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Devon district.
Property prices in Instow show an average sale price of £289,977, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Instow 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 Instow a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Instow has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Instow 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.instow.net/.
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To comment on or object to a planning application near Instow, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Instow. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (5), tree works (3).
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).