Kerswell, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Kerswell, Devon.
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About Kerswell
Kerswell, located in Devon, is a name associated with notable individuals, including Rich Kerswell, a distinguished British fluid mechanics scientist, Sarah Kerswell, a talented British swimmer, and Henry Grant Kerswell, a celebrated British opera singer. For those researching planning applications in the area, Kerswell's community may have ties to these figures, reflecting the town's rich cultural and scientific contributions.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £324,500 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Mid Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Honiton and Sidmouth
- LSOA: Mid Devon 008C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Kerswell.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Kerswell.
- 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 Kerswell based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Kerswell.
- - Land At Oaktree House Kerswell Cullompton EX15 2ES
Discharge of biodiversity gain plan for 25/1466/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - Land At Oaktree House Kerswell Cullompton EX15 2ES
Discharge of condition for 25/1466/FUL: Condition 2 (Landscaping)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - Land And Barns Kerswell
Variation of Condition 2 (approved plans) on Planning Permission 23/2329/FUL (Demolition of barn (following 22/2420/PDQ) and erection of dwelling, with associated landscaping) to amend design and redu
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: East Devon | Date: 2024-11-08
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A brief summary of Kerswell in Devon
Kerswell, located in Devon, is a name associated with notable individuals, including Rich Kerswell, a distinguished British fluid mechanics scientist, Sarah Kerswell, a talented British swimmer, and Henry Grant Kerswell, a celebrated British opera singer. For those researching planning applications in the area, Kerswell's community may have ties to these figures, reflecting the town's rich cultural and scientific contributions.
Property prices in Kerswell show an average sale price of £324,500, 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 Kerswell a particularly low-crime area.
Kerswell 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 Kerswell includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Blackdown Hills. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Kerswell
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Kerswell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Kerswell may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Kerswell were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (1).
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.