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Planning in Littleham (EX8)

Approved
94%
17 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Littleham (EX8) in the last 24 months, from East Devon District Council's planning register.

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About Littleham (EX8)

Littleham is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Torridge district of North Devon, approximately 3 miles south of Bideford. As of the 2011 census, it had a population of 446, making it a small but vibrant community that may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 462 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Torridge district.

Property prices in Littleham show an average sale price of £323,832, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Littleham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Littleham has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Littleham 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 Littleham, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Littleham. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

The most common types were tree works (11), outline applications (5), full planning applications (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Littleham (EX8)?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Littleham (EX8). The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Littleham (EX8)?
The average planning decision time near Littleham (EX8) is 37 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Littleham (EX8)?
The planning approval rate near Littleham (EX8) is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Littleham (EX8)?
The most common type of planning application near Littleham (EX8) is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Littleham (EX8)?
You can search and track planning applications near Littleham (EX8) on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.