North Star, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near North Star, Devon.
Devon · England · settlement
About North Star
North Star, located in Devon, is known for its unique geographical significance and navigational history. This area is marked by its proximity to the north celestial pole, making it an ideal reference point for navigation. The region's vibrant community and accessibility to natural landscapes enhance its appeal for potential planning applications, particularly in residential and tourism developments.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £450,092 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: East Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Exmouth and Exeter East
- LSOA: East Devon 017A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near North Star.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near North Star.
- 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 North Star based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near North Star.
- - The Green Fore Street Otterton
T1: Plane - crown lift to 5.2m over the road and 2.4m. Shortening back three second order limbs over road by approximately 2m. Maximum diameter of cuts (MDC), 70mm. T2: Oak - crown lift to 5.2m over t
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 20 Fore Street Otterton Devon EX9 7HB
1, Elm : 60% dead- remove 2, Fir : misshapen and crowded - remove 3, Ash : at an angle. 4, Ash : dead - remove 5, willow - remove 6, 7, 8, x3 Ash trees : on a bank, part of a hedge, part dead - remove
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 26 Fore Street Otterton Budleigh Salterton EX9 7HB
T1 : Oak - overall canopy reduction by approximately 1750-2000mm with cut diameters up to 40mm in order to reduce vertical and lateral spread of the canopy. Light internal crown cleaning to removal a
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 2 Stantyway Court Fore Street Otterton Budleigh Salterton EX9 7HB
T1: Field Maple, T2: Alder, T3: Field Maple - lift over decking to clear approximately 3m and shorten back long branches over lawn by approximately 1.5m - 2m.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - 7 Rydon Orchard Otterton Devon EX9 7DD
Proposed installation of window opening at first floor level in north east elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2025-09-24
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A brief summary of North Star in Devon
North Star, located in Devon, is known for its unique geographical significance and navigational history. This area is marked by its proximity to the north celestial pole, making it an ideal reference point for navigation. The region's vibrant community and accessibility to natural landscapes enhance its appeal for potential planning applications, particularly in residential and tourism developments.
Property prices in North Star show an average sale price of £450,092, 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 North Star a particularly low-crime area.
North Star has one conservation area within its boundaries: Otterton. 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 North Star includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ladram Bay to Sidmouth SSSI, Otter Estuary SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): East Devon. 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, North Star 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 North Star
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near North Star. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 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 North Star.
The average decision time of 33 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near North Star were tree works (7), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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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.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.