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Planning in Moretonhampstead

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

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

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About Moretonhampstead

Moretonhampstead is a historic market town and parish in Devon, located on the northeastern fringe of Dartmoor National Park. The parish encompasses the hamlet of Doccombe and is bordered by several other parishes, including Drewsteignton, Dunsford, and Bovey Tracey. This picturesque setting presents unique planning opportunities and challenges within its scenic landscape. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,729 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Teignbridge district.

Property prices in Moretonhampstead show an average sale price of £306,442, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Moretonhampstead 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 Moretonhampstead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Moretonhampstead has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Moretonhampstead 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.moretonhampstead.com/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Moretonhampstead, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Moretonhampstead.

The most common types were amendments (2), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Moretonhampstead?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Moretonhampstead.
What types of planning applications are most common near Moretonhampstead?
The most common type of planning application near Moretonhampstead is amendment applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Moretonhampstead?
You can search and track planning applications near Moretonhampstead on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.