How long do planning decisions take near Metcombe?

The average planning decision time near Metcombe is 18 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 Metcombe?

The planning approval rate near Metcombe is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Metcombe?

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

How can I track planning applications near Metcombe?

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Metcombe, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Metcombe, Devon.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £450,210 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Honiton and Sidmouth
LSOA: East Devon 008A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Metcombe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Metcombe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Metcombe.

- Land At Metcombe Higher Metcombe Ottery St Mary
Change of use from an agricultural field to a dog exercise paddock to include enlargement of existing field access gateway and creation of parking area
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-03-05
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- Halls Farm Higher Metcombe Ottery St Mary EX11 1SS
Proposed demolition of lean-to extension to the north of the main dwelling and the construction of a replacement; demolition of the lean-to extension to the north of the rear barn and construction of
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: East Devon | Date: 2025-09-29
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- Halls Farm Higher Metcombe Ottery St Mary EX11 1SS
Proposed demolition of lean-to extension to the north of the main dwelling and the construction of a replacement; conversion of attached agricultural buildings to form extension to existing dwelling w
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2025-09-29
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- Acorns Higher Metcombe Ottery St Mary EX11 1SL
Discharge of condition for 23/1481/FUL: Condition 3 (materials)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: East Devon | Date: 2024-04-24
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- Halls Farm Higher Metcombe Ottery St Mary EX11 1SS
Prior Approval for the conversion of an existing agricultural building to a C3 dwelling.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: East Devon | Date: 2024-01-10
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- Site Of Woodside Higher Metcombe Ottery St Mary
Construction of timber framed car port
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2023-11-29
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A brief summary of Metcombe in Devon

Metcombe is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Metcombe show an average sale price of £450,210, 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 Metcombe a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Metcombe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): East Devon Pebblebed Heaths SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): East Devon; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): East Devon Pebblebed Heaths; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): East Devon Heaths. 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, Metcombe 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 Metcombe

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Metcombe. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 18 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Metcombe.

The average decision time of 18 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Metcombe were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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