King's Nympton, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near King's Nympton, Devon.
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Planning applications in King's Nympton are administered by North Devon District Council. View the full North Devon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About King's Nympton
King's Nympton is a picturesque village and parish located in North Devon, England, nestled between the stunning landscapes of Exmoor and Dartmoor. Situated approximately 4.5 miles south-southwest of South Molton and 4 miles north of Chulmleigh, the parish spans over 5,500 acres, predominantly perched above the River Mole, which delineates much of its boundary. With a population of 444 as of 2021, this quaint village offers a unique setting for planning applications, surrounded by rolling countryside and rich historical context.
Population: 444 (2021)
District: North Devon
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £395,923 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: North Devon
- LSOA: North Devon 013A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near King's Nympton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near King's Nympton.
- 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 King's Nympton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near King's Nympton.
- - Conkers (formerly The Rectory) Kings Nympton Umberleigh Devon EX37 9ST
Single storey rear extension, replacement of roof over conservatory and replacement utility room
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - Brandywell House Kings Nympton Umberleigh Devon EX37 9SP
Installation of a first floor French door and balcony on south elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - Land at OS Field 5762 Kings Nympton Umberleigh Devon EX37 9ST
Approval of details in respect of discharge of conditions 3 (Biodiversity Gain Plan) and 4 (Habitat Management and Monitoring Plan) attached to planning permission 80364 (agricultural livestock barn)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-01-02
View full details - - Edge House Kings Nympton Umberleigh Devon EX37 9ST
Notification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of removal of dead eucalyptus (tree 1), removal of dying blackthorn (tree 2)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-08-07
View full details - - The Old Rectory Kings Nympton Umberleigh Devon EX37 9SS
Application for consent for works to trees covered by a Tree Preservation Order in respect of the felling of 1x Ash (A2), removal of subordinate trunk and removal of dead wood to main trunk of 1x Ash
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-06-04
View full details - - Land At Os Field 5762 Kings Nympton Umberleigh Devon EX37 9ST
Agricultural livestock barn
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-05-27
View full details - - Higher Wooda Kings Nympton Umberleigh Devon EX37 9SR
Single-storey extension to the rear and east of the building with associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2024-06-28
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A brief summary of King's Nympton in Devon
King's Nympton is a picturesque village and parish located in North Devon, England, nestled between the stunning landscapes of Exmoor and Dartmoor. Situated approximately 4.5 miles south-southwest of South Molton and 4 miles north of Chulmleigh, the parish spans over 5,500 acres, predominantly perched above the River Mole, which delineates much of its boundary. With a population of 444 as of 2021, this quaint village offers a unique setting for planning applications, surrounded by rolling countryside and rich historical context. The settlement has a population of approximately 444 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Devon district.
Property prices in King's Nympton show an average sale price of £395,923, 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 King's Nympton a particularly low-crime area.
King's Nympton has one conservation area within its boundaries: King's Nympton. 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 King's Nympton includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 King's Nympton
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near King's Nympton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near King's Nympton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 68 days on average, decisions near King's Nympton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near King's Nympton were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.
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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.