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Planning in Lower Ashton

Only 7 decisions near Lower Ashton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lower Ashton in the last 24 months, from Teignbridge District Council's planning register.

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About Lower Ashton

Lower Ashton is a quaint village nestled on the western slopes of Haldon in Teignbridge, Devon. It forms part of the civil parish of Ashton, which had a population of 174 as of the 2001 census. A notable landmark is the historic Spara Bridge, a grade II* listed structure built in 1660, making the area significant for both its heritage and potential planning considerations. It sits within the Ashton district.

Property prices in Lower Ashton show an average sale price of £342,345, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lower Ashton 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 Lower Ashton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lower Ashton has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lower Ashton 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 Lower Ashton, 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, 11 planning applications were submitted near Lower Ashton.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (2), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lower Ashton?
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Lower Ashton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Ashton?
The most common type of planning application near Lower Ashton is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lower Ashton?
You can search and track planning applications near Lower Ashton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.