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Planning in Meeth

Only 1 decision near Meeth in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Meeth in the last 24 months, from South Hams District Council's planning register.

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About Meeth

Meeth is a quaint village and civil parish located in the West Devon district of Devon, England, approximately 13.5 km north-northwest of Okehampton. Once thriving due to nearby ball clay mines, which ceased operations in 2004, the area now features a nature reserve known as Meeth Quarry, managed by the Devon Wildlife Trust, alongside the Ash Moor reserve. With a population of 161 as of 2021, Meeth offers a serene environment, making it an interesting location for planning applications related to rural development and conservation. The settlement has a population of approximately 161 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Devon district.

Meeth sits at an elevation of 109.6 metres above sea level. The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Meeth show an average sale price of £319,920, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Meeth 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 Meeth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Meeth 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 Meeth, 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, 1 planning application was submitted near Meeth.

The most common types were outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Meeth?
In the last 24 months, 1 planning application was submitted near Meeth.
What types of planning applications are most common near Meeth?
The most common type of planning application near Meeth is outline applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Meeth?
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