Knowles Hill, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Knowles Hill, Devon.
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Planning applications in Knowles Hill are administered by Teignbridge District Council. View the full Teignbridge District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Knowles Hill
Newton Abbot, a market town located on the River Teign in Devon's Teignbridge District, is home to a population of approximately 26,655 as of 2019. The town experienced significant growth during the Victorian era, largely due to the South Devon Railway locomotive works, which evolved into an industrial hub now known as the Brunel industrial estate. In addition to its rich railway heritage, Newton Abbot features a country park named Decoy and the most westerly racecourse in England, making it a vibrant area for development and planning opportunities.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Teignbridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Newton Abbot
- LSOA: Teignbridge 015A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Knowles Hill.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Knowles Hill.
- 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 Knowles Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
254 planning applications found near Knowles Hill.
- - Newtons Place Wolborough Street Newton Abbot TQ12 1JQ
Discharge of conditions 3 (WSI) and 6 (Materials) on planning permission 24/01999/FUL - Extension to side to provide an enlarged museum store, construction of external steps and a ramp for disabled ac
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-07-01
View full details - - Long Reach Foxwell Lane Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 2SB
Roof extensions with new porch extension and ground floor remodelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-06-29
View full details - 26/00895/ADV - Land Adjoining 26 Courtenay Street Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 2DT
Installation of a proposed new global street hub, including the associated display of advertisements on both sides of the unit
Status: Undecided | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-06-03 - 26/00894/FUL - Land Adjoining 26 Courtenay Street Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 2DT
Installation of a proposed new global street hub, including the associated display of advertisements on both sides of the unit
Status: Undecided | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-06-03 - - Land Adjoining 26 Courtenay Street Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 2DT
Installation of a proposed new global street hub, including the associated display of advertisements on both sides of the unit
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-06-01
View full details - - Mapleton Community Care Centre Ashburton Road Newton Abbot TQ12 1RB
DPX/DCC/4464/2026 - Energy improvement scheme, including the installation of solar PV arrays on three roof elevations, an air source heat pump with enclosure and associated installations, and external
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-05-21
View full details - 26/00860/DCR3 - Mapleton Community Care Centre Ashburton Road Newton Abbot TQ12 1RB
DPX/DCC/4464/2026 - Energy improvement scheme, including the installation of solar PV arrays on three roof elevations, an air source heat pump with enclosure and associated installations, and external
Status: Undecided | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-05-21 - - Land At Daracombe Park For David Wilson Homes NGR 284140 72211 Mile End Road Newton Abbot
Removal of large branch that has fallen through garden fence
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - 1A Netley Road Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 2NG
Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - Market Gate 3 Market Street Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 2RJ
Four Illuminated lettering and logo signs on front elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - 18 Old Exeter Road Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 2NU
Variation of conditions 2 and 3 on planning permission 22/02152/FUL (Dwelling with integral garage and demolish wall) to raise roof height, improvements to ground floor front entrance to be main entra
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-01-16
View full details - - 18 Old Exeter Road Newton Abbot TQ12 2NU
Non Material Ammendments to include:- main entrance to be directly from the pavement instead of rear of the property, garage enlarged, ridge height of roof slightly raised, and shower room added Dwell
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-11-27
View full details - - Various Sites Around Newton Abbot
Discharge of condition 3 (scheme for removal of existing information boards) and 4 (scheme for management/maintenance/repair/removal of boards) on planning permission 24/00814/FUL - Installation of Pu
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-10-16
View full details - - 4 Marlborough Place Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 1QW
T1: Oak: Reduce overhanging branches into garden by approximately 1.5m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-09-19
View full details - - St Leonards Tower Wolborough Street Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 1JQ
Replacement of existing glass louvres with traditional oak louvres and the addition of swift boxes to the inside face of two sets of louvres
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-09-19
View full details - - Pannier Market Market Walk Newton Abbot TQ12 2QZ
Variation of condition 2 on planning permission 24/01143/LBC (Proposed refurbishment and reconfiguration of existing Market Hall building, including partial demolition of later extensions linking the
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-09-04
View full details - - Pannier Market Market Walk Newton Abbot TQ12 2QZ
Variation of condition 2 on planning permission 24/01142/MAJ (proposed refurbishment and reconfiguration of existing Market Hall building, including partial demolition of later extensions linking the
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-09-04
View full details - - 98 Sandford View Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 2TH
Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed loft conversion with rear dormer
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-08-13
View full details - - 30-32 Courtenay Street Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 2DT
One non illuminated fascia sign and one non illuminated projecting sign
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-05-28
View full details - - Pannier Market Market Walk Newton Abbot TQ12 2QZ
Discharge of condition 3 (protected species: bats and birds) on permission 24/01143/LBC for proposed refurbishment and reconfiguration of existing Market Hall building, including partial demolition of
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-03-18
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A brief summary of Knowles Hill in Devon
Newton Abbot, a market town located on the River Teign in Devon's Teignbridge District, is home to a population of approximately 26,655 as of 2019. The town experienced significant growth during the Victorian era, largely due to the South Devon Railway locomotive works, which evolved into an industrial hub now known as the Brunel industrial estate. In addition to its rich railway heritage, Newton Abbot features a country park named Decoy and the most westerly racecourse in England, making it a vibrant area for development and planning opportunities.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Knowles Hill a particularly low-crime area.
Knowles Hill has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Newton Abbot, Wolborough Street, Forde Park, Wolborough Hill, Courtenay Park and Devon Square. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Knowles Hill includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ransley Quarry SSSI, River Lemon Valley Woods SSSI, Wolborough Fen SSSI; 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 Knowles Hill
In the last 24 months, 101 planning applications were submitted near Knowles Hill. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Knowles Hill.
At 68 days on average, decisions near Knowles Hill slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Knowles Hill were listed building and heritage (27), discharge of conditions (17), tree works (16). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 6 medium-scale applications, 87 smaller schemes were submitted.
17 planning appeals were lodged, of which 5 were allowed and 12 were dismissed (29% success rate).
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 45 applications
- Refused: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 52 applications
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