Mothecombe, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Mothecombe, Devon.
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About Mothecombe
Mothecombe, located in the parish of Holbeton in South Devon, is an historic estate renowned for its Grade I listed mansion, Mothecombe House, which showcases exquisite Queen Anne architecture. This picturesque area presents unique opportunities for planning applications, particularly for those interested in heritage and conservation projects.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £238,155 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: South Hams
- Parliamentary constituency: South West Devon
- LSOA: South Hams 008D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Mothecombe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Mothecombe.
- 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 Mothecombe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Mothecombe.
- - Flete Estate Mothecombe Plymouth PL8 1LB
Listed Building Consent for removal & repair of damaged walls, & repairs/renewal of roof & thatch
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-02-20
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A brief summary of Mothecombe in Devon
Mothecombe, located in the parish of Holbeton in South Devon, is an historic estate renowned for its Grade I listed mansion, Mothecombe House, which showcases exquisite Queen Anne architecture. This picturesque area presents unique opportunities for planning applications, particularly for those interested in heritage and conservation projects.
Property prices in Mothecombe show an average sale price of £238,155, 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 Mothecombe a particularly low-crime area.
Mothecombe has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Mothecombe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Erme Estuary SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): South Devon; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Start Point to Plymouth Sound & Eddystone. 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, Mothecombe 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 Mothecombe
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Mothecombe.
The most common application types near Mothecombe were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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