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Planning in Knowstone

Only 2 decisions near Knowstone in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Knowstone in the last 24 months, from North Devon District Council's planning register.

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About Knowstone

Knowstone is a picturesque village and civil parish located in North Devon, England, positioned between Tiverton and South Molton. The hamlet of East Knowstone is found just to the east of the main village. Historically significant, Knowstone is the birthplace of Admiral Sir John Berry, who commemorated his parents with a notable mural monument in Molland Church, reflecting the area's rich heritage and potential for planning applications related to conservation and heritage sites. The settlement has a population of approximately 231 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Devon district.

Property prices in Knowstone show an average sale price of £293,760, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Knowstone 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 Knowstone a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Knowstone has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Knowstone 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Knowstone, 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, 3 planning applications were submitted near Knowstone.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Knowstone?
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Knowstone.
What types of planning applications are most common near Knowstone?
The most common type of planning application near Knowstone is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Knowstone?
You can search and track planning applications near Knowstone on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.