What is the planning approval rate near Lower Ashton?

The planning approval rate near Lower Ashton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

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 3 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.

Lower Ashton, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Ashton, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Lower Ashton are administered by Devon County Council. View the full Devon County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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.

District: Ashton

Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Lower Ashton.

Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £360,654 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Teignbridge
Parliamentary constituency: Newton Abbot
LSOA: Teignbridge 002E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lower Ashton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lower Ashton.

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 Lower Ashton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Lower Ashton.

- Hillside Lower Ashton EX6 7RG
Discharge of condition 5 (external materials) on planning application 21/01560/FUL - Replacement dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details

Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.

A brief summary of Lower Ashton in Devon

Property prices in Lower Ashton show an average sale price of £360,654, 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 Lower Ashton a particularly low-crime area.

Lower Ashton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Higher Ashton, Lower Ashton. 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 Lower Ashton includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ryecroft Quarry SSSI, Spara Bridge SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: DARTMOOR. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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.

Planning Activity in Lower Ashton

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Lower Ashton. Of these, 100% were approved.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Lower Ashton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The most common application types near Lower Ashton were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

Nearby Towns

Explore planning applications in nearby areas:

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.