Ivybridge, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ivybridge, Devon.
Devon · England · Town
Planning applications in Ivybridge are administered by South Hams District Council. View the full South Hams District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Ivybridge
Ivybridge is a town and civil parish located in the South Hams district of Devon, England, approximately thirteen miles east of Plymouth. Nestled at the southern edge of Dartmoor National Park, it is well-connected by the A38 "Devon Expressway." The town comprises two electoral wards, Ivybridge East and Ivybridge West, with a combined population of 11,851, making it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 11,904 (2021)
District: South Hams
Website: http://www.ivybridge.gov.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £350,890 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: South Hams
- Parliamentary constituency: South West Devon
- LSOA: South Hams 002C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ivybridge.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ivybridge.
- 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 Ivybridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
261 planning applications found near Ivybridge.
- - 4 Yeolland Lane Ivybridge PL21 0YL
Demolition of existing garage, two storey side extension, single storey rear extension and new garage building
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-06-01
View full details - - Mill Manor Beacon Road Ivybridge PL21 0AQ
Householder application to remove two fake chimney stacks and install 18 solar panels across the south and west roof elevations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - Magpie Cottage Beacon Road Ivybridge PL21 0AQ
Householder application for proposed glass room to the side elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-04-16
View full details - - East View Crescent Road Ivybridge PL21 0BP
Householder application for roof extension to include raised ridge level and front and rear dormers
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - Stowford Leat Harford Road Ivybridge PL21 0AR
Installation of photovoltaics to flat roofed extension, erection of new fencing, installation of gates & a garden shed/workshop
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - Stowford Leat Harford Road Ivybridge PL21 0AR
Remedial works to building exterior, installation of photovoltaics & a new rear entrance door. Interior remodelling and minor alterations including secondary glazing. New vehicular and pedestrian gate
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - Stowford Mill, Harford Road, Ivybridge, PL21 0AA
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 19 (WSI findings report - other phases) of planning consent 2733/23/VAR
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - Erme Court Leonards Road Ivybridge
Installation of a Storage Container
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 40 Ivydene Road Ivybridge PL21 9BJ
T1: Beech - crown lift to 10m from ground level, 6m crown reduction on top and property side to previous cuts, crown thin by 25%, to allow more light into properties and minimise bird droppings on gar
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - Victoria Garage Blanchford Road Ivybridge PL21 0AE
Notice of intent to install electronic communication apparatus comprising the removal of 3.no antenna and installation of 3.no antenna. Internal upgrading of existing MBNL & VMO2 cabin. Development an
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-01-15
View full details - - The Chantry Beacon Road Ivybridge PL21 0AQ
T42: Lime - reduction of the Southwestern and Western aspect, by approximately 2-3m, reduction of lapsed pollard regrowth in height by approximately 3-4m, to provide clearance from property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-11-13
View full details - - 1A 1B Costly Street, Ivybridge, PL21 0DB
Prior Approval Application for change of use from office (Class E) to dwellinghouse (Class C3) to first floor following determination of 2488/25/POD
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-10-22
View full details - - 19 Glanvilles Mill Ivybridge PL21 9PS
Application for variation of condition 2 (Approved Plans) of planning consent 1522/25/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-10-22
View full details - - 12 Bedford Grove Ivybridge PL21 0FJ
TPO N177; T001: Oak - reduce side of upper southern crown aspect by 2.5m with one approximate 100mm diameter cut, reduce side of remaining side of the southern crown by 1m with a 50mm maximum cut diam
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-09-25
View full details - - The Groves Crescent Road Ivybridge PL21 0SY
TPO 229; T1: Copper Beech - fell due to decay abd fungi.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-09-25
View full details - - Stowford Mill Harford Road Ivybridge PL21 0AR
Non-material minor amendment to planning consent 2733/23/VAR for internal, external elevational and site car parking/landscaping changes
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-09-24
View full details - - 42 Manor Drive Ivybridge PL21 9BE
Householder application for demolition of existing rear extension & erection of part single & part two storey extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - 20 Bedford Grove Ivybridge PL21 0FJ
Householder application for first floor extension over garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-09-09
View full details - - 1a-1b Costly Street, Ivybridge, PL21 0DB
Replace 3no. first floor windows with larger windows
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-09-04
View full details - - 1 Charlton Terrace Ivybridge PL21 0AU
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-08-27
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A brief summary of Ivybridge in Devon
Ivybridge is a town and civil parish located in the South Hams district of Devon, England, approximately thirteen miles east of Plymouth. Nestled at the southern edge of Dartmoor National Park, it is well-connected by the A38 "Devon Expressway." The town comprises two electoral wards, Ivybridge East and Ivybridge West, with a combined population of 11,851, making it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities. The Town has a population of approximately 11,904 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Hams district.
Property prices in Ivybridge show an average sale price of £350,890, 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 Ivybridge a particularly low-crime area.
Ivybridge 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 Ivybridge includes 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: DARTMOOR. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ivybridge planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.ivybridge.gov.uk/. 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.
Planning Activity in Ivybridge
In the last 24 months, 102 planning applications were submitted near Ivybridge. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Ivybridge.
At 65 days on average, decisions near Ivybridge slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Ivybridge were full planning applications (41), tree works (32), outline applications (14). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 34 applications
- Refused: 13 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 54 applications
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