Northam, Devon Planning Applications
Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Northam, Devon. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.
Planning data sourced from Devon council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Certificate of proposed lawful development for the removal of chimney and existing window, and installation of replacement window to front gable
Crown reduction of 4m to 1no. beech tree protected by TPO/0035/2015
Crown reduction of 1no. sycamore tree, tree covered by TPO/0011/2015
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About Northam - Planning Applications & Local Development
Northam is a market town and civil parish located in Devon, England, just north of Bideford. The parish encompasses several villages, including Westward Ho! and Appledore, as well as the residential areas of Orchard Hill and Raleigh Estate, making it a diverse locale for potential planning applications. The town has a population of approximately 12,330 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Torridge district.
Northam sits at an elevation of 48 metres above sea level. The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Northam show an average sale price of £289,977, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Northam a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Northam has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Northam 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.northam-devon.org.uk/.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Northam, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.