Newport, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Newport, Devon.
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Planning applications in Newport are administered by Devon County Council. View the full Devon County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Newport
Newport is a suburb of Barnstaple, located in the North Devon district of Devon, England. Situated just one mile southeast of Barnstaple's historic centre and bordering Bishop's Tawton, it lies on the east side of the River Taw. While the area has few ancient structures, the "Old Dairy" stands out as a notable landmark. This context is important for anyone researching planning applications in Newport, as it reflects the suburb's development and historical significance.
District: Barnstaple
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £253,918 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: North Devon
- LSOA: North Devon 012D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Newport.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Newport.
- 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 Newport based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
27 planning applications found near Newport.
- - The Close Eddys Lane Barnstaple Devon EX32 9BJ
Listed Building consent for the removal of existing lean-to porch/WC & erection of a new single storey porch/WC & associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - The Close Eddys Lane Barnstaple Devon EX32 9BJ
Removal of existing lean-to porch/WC and erection of a new single storey porch/WC & associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - 2 Brannams Square Barnstaple Devon EX32 8QB
Change of use from medical consultation and storage to residential to create 2 flats on the first and second floors
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 2 Brannams Square Barnstaple Devon EX32 8QB
Listed Building Consent for change of use from medical consultation and storage to residential to create 2 flats on the 1st and second floors
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - The Workhouse Brannams Square Barnstaple Devon EX32 8QB
Listed Building Consent for replacement roof finish with solar PV, repair, refurbishment and external alteration works
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - The Workhouse Brannams Square Barnstaple Devon EX32 8QB
Replacement roof finish with solar PV, repair, refurbishment and external alteration works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - The Studio Apartment 4 Albert Villas New Road Barnstaple Devon EX32 9AG
Application for a Certificate of Lawful Development for existing use as a separate dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - 20 Litchdon Street Barnstaple Devon EX32 8ND
Variation of condition 2 (plans) attached to planning permission 64750 (Subdivision of one dwelling to form three dwellings (amended plans & information)) to allow internal layout changes
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - 20 Litchdon Street Barnstaple Devon EX32 8ND
Listed Building consent revising 64751 (Listed Building application for sub-division of one dwelling to form three dwellings (amended plans & information)) to allow internal layout changes
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - 2 Albert Villas New Road Barnstaple Devon EX32 9AG
Conversion of outbuilding into additional living space and extension to form garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - 82 Newport Road Barnstaple Devon EX32 9BE
Change of use of vacant guest house to HMO
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-12-03
View full details - - 8 South Street Barnstaple Devon EX32 9DT
Listed building consent for replacement of first floor windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-11-14
View full details - - Penrose Almshouses Litchdon Street Barnstaple Devon EX32 8NH
Listed building consent for re-roofing of a flat roof to pitched slate roof on the single storey rear extension at 10/11 Penrose Almshouses
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-10-08
View full details - - Penrose Almshouses Litchdon Street Barnstaple Devon EX32 8NH
Re-roofing of a flat roof to pitched slate roof on the single storey rear extension at 10/11 Penrose Almshouses
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-10-08
View full details - - Forde Park Lane Barnstaple Devon EX32 9AL
Notification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of - T1: Fagus sylvatica. Reduce codominant stem in the NW quadrant, in height by: 3.5m. Reduce phototropic limb in the NW quadrant, in
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - 37 Park Lane Barnstaple EX32 9AJ
Notification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of 1 x Large Spruce felled to ground level
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-08-01
View full details - - 98 Newport Road Barnstaple Devon EX32 9BA
Installation of an electric vehicle (EV) charger on the side elevation wall
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-06-16
View full details - - 102 Newport Road Barnstaple Devon EX32 9BA
Listed Building Consent for alterations and extension to dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-05-16
View full details - - Pascoe's Den (previously part of the title of 1 Sunny Bank EX32 8LD) Barbican Lane Barnstaple Devon EX32 8LB
Application for a lawful development certificate for existing use of self contained detached annexe as independent residential dwelling
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-03-20
View full details - - Endsleigh Dental Practice Newport Terrace Newport Road Barnstaple Devon EX32 9BG
Single storey front and side extension (amended description and plans)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-02-04
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A brief summary of Newport in Devon
Newport is a suburb of Barnstaple, located in the North Devon district of Devon, England. Situated just one mile southeast of Barnstaple's historic centre and bordering Bishop's Tawton, it lies on the east side of the River Taw. While the area has few ancient structures, the "Old Dairy" stands out as a notable landmark. This context is important for anyone researching planning applications in Newport, as it reflects the suburb's development and historical significance. It sits within the Barnstaple district.
Property prices in Newport show an average sale price of £253,918, 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 Newport a particularly low-crime area.
Newport has 6 conservation areas within its boundaries: Barnstaple - Rumsam, Barnstaple - Newport, Barnstaple - Ebberly Lawn, Barnstaple - Town Centre, Lake, Barnstaple - Pilton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Newport 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 Newport
In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near Newport. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Newport may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 70 days on average, decisions near Newport slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Newport were full planning applications (21), listed building and heritage (19), discharge of conditions (8). Full planning applications account for 32% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 13 medium-scale applications, 52 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 41 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 22 applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.