Nymet Rowland, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Nymet Rowland, Devon.
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About Nymet Rowland
Nymet Rowland is a quaint village and civil parish located in central Devon, England, north of Dartmoor. The village derives part of its name from the nearby River Yeo, known historically as "Nymet." Situated just west of Lapford and south of Nymet Bridge, it falls within the Mid Devon local authority area and is part of the North Tawton hundred for historical governance, while also belonging to the Cadbury Deanery for ecclesiastical matters. This charming locality may be of interest for planning applications due to its rural setting and historical significance.
Population: 104 (2021)
District: Mid Devon
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £330,534 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Mid Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
- LSOA: Mid Devon 009A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Nymet Rowland.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Nymet Rowland.
- 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 Nymet Rowland based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Nymet Rowland.
- - 4 Pitt Court Nymet Rowland Crediton Devon EX17 6AN
Listed Building Consent for replacement of 1 first floor west facing window and 2 first floor south facing windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2025-04-02
View full details - - K6 Telephone Kiosk Pitt Court Nymet Rowland Devon
Removal of public payphone service: Telephone Number 01363 83217
Status: Permitted | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2025-02-08
View full details - - Parsonage Farm Nymet Rowland Crediton Devon EX17 6AL
Listed Building Consent for internal works to ground floor and reconfiguration of first floor layout; replacement of existing concrete render with Lime render, installation of French drain and soakawa
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2023-11-10
View full details - - Land at NGR 271242 108982 (South Of Nymet Mill Farm) Nymet Rowland Devon
Siting of 4 log cabins for use as holiday lets
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2023-10-17
View full details - - 1 Railway Cottages Lapford Crediton Devon EX17 6QU
Certificate of lawfulness for the proposed erection of single storey rear extension and decking to rear
Status: Permitted | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2023-06-24
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A brief summary of Nymet Rowland in Devon
Nymet Rowland is a quaint village and civil parish located in central Devon, England, north of Dartmoor. The village derives part of its name from the nearby River Yeo, known historically as "Nymet." Situated just west of Lapford and south of Nymet Bridge, it falls within the Mid Devon local authority area and is part of the North Tawton hundred for historical governance, while also belonging to the Cadbury Deanery for ecclesiastical matters. This charming locality may be of interest for planning applications due to its rural setting and historical significance. The settlement has a population of approximately 104 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Devon district.
Property prices in Nymet Rowland show an average sale price of £330,534, 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 Nymet Rowland a particularly low-crime area.
Nymet Rowland 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 Nymet Rowland includes 7 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Nymet Rowland
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Nymet Rowland. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Nymet Rowland may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 79 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Nymet Rowland were listed building and heritage (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.
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