How long do planning decisions take near Lower Gabwell?

The average planning decision time near Lower Gabwell 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 Lower Gabwell?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Gabwell?

The most common type of planning application near Lower Gabwell is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lower Gabwell?

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Lower Gabwell, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Gabwell, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Lower Gabwell are administered by Teignbridge District Council. View the full Teignbridge District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £317,675 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Teignbridge
Parliamentary constituency: Newton Abbot
LSOA: Teignbridge 009B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lower Gabwell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gabwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Lower Gabwell in Devon

Lower Gabwell is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Lower Gabwell show an average sale price of £317,675, 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 Gabwell a particularly low-crime area.

Lower Gabwell has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Maidencombe, Watcombe Park, Stokeinteignhead. 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lower Gabwell 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 Gabwell

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Lower Gabwell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

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

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lower Gabwell were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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