What is the planning approval rate near Moretonhampstead?

The planning approval rate near Moretonhampstead is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Moretonhampstead?

The most common type of planning application near Moretonhampstead is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Moretonhampstead?

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Moretonhampstead, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Moretonhampstead, Devon.

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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.

Population: 1,729 (2021)

District: Teignbridge

Website: http://www.moretonhampstead.com/

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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: Central Devon
LSOA: Teignbridge 017B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Moretonhampstead.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Moretonhampstead based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Moretonhampstead.

- 1 Lime Street, Moretonhampstead, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 8LT
Change of use from office use (Class E) back to residential use (Class C3a)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2025-06-21
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- 8 Queens Road, Moretonhampstead, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 8LP
Erection of two storey side extension forming two bedrooms and a kitchen/dining room
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2025-03-16
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A brief summary of Moretonhampstead in Devon

Property prices in Moretonhampstead 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 Moretonhampstead a particularly low-crime area.

Moretonhampstead has one conservation area within its boundaries: Moretonhampstead. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Moretonhampstead includes 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, Moretonhampstead planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.moretonhampstead.com/. 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 Moretonhampstead

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Moretonhampstead. Of these, 33% were approved.

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 Moretonhampstead.

The most common application types near Moretonhampstead were full planning applications (2), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 50% 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 was submitted.

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