Okehampton, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Okehampton, Devon.
Devon · England · Town
About Okehampton
Okehampton is a town and civil parish located in West Devon, England, with a population of 7,313 as of the 2021 census, reflecting a growth from 7,104 in 2011. The built-up area of Okehampton recorded a population of 9,112 in 2021, an increase from 7,647 a decade earlier. This vibrant community may present various opportunities for planning applications, driven by its expanding population and local development needs.
Population: 7,309 (2021)
District: West Devon
Website: http://www.okehampton.gov.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £300,439 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: West Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
- LSOA: West Devon 001B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Okehampton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Okehampton.
- 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 Okehampton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Okehampton.
- - 4 Church Court St James Street Okehampton EX20 1DJ
One non illuminated facia sign (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 4 Church Court St James Street Okehampton EX20 1DJ
Retrospective Change of use of existing first floor Class C3 (flat) to Class E (Commercial, Business and Service) and ground floor Class Sui Generis to Class E (Commercial, Business and Service)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - 1 Kingfisher Drive Okehampton EX20 1ER
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 (Landscaping Plan) to planning consent 4127/24/HHO
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-05-07
View full details - - 33 Fore Street Okehampton EX20 1HB
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed change of use from Commercial, Business & Service (Use Class E) to mixed use including up to two flats (Use Class C3) Conversion o
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-04-29
View full details - - 33 Fore Street Okehampton EX20 1HB
Replacement of timber frame windows to match existing & installation of 2no rooflights
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-04-29
View full details - - Ockment Centre North Street Okehampton EX20 1AR
Two new viewing platforms over the existing leat
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2024-05-17
View full details - - Cemetery Extension, South Church Lane, Okehampton
T1 - Ash, fell due to dieback disease (referred to as T004 in the Tree Survey/Risk Assessment), T2 - Sycamore, crown lift of lowest hanging branch to a height of 8 metres from ground level, this being
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2023-12-20
View full details - - All Saints Church Of England Vicarage Road Okehampton EX20 1LE
T19 - T21 Ash - veteranize to approx. 4m AGL due to ADB, T1162: Ash - remove to ground level due to ADB
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2023-11-29
View full details - - 103, Northfield Road, Okehampton, EX20 1BA
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed change of use from Commercial, Business & Service (Class E) todwellinghouse (Class C3)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2023-04-26
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A brief summary of Okehampton in Devon
Okehampton is a town and civil parish located in West Devon, England, with a population of 7,313 as of the 2021 census, reflecting a growth from 7,104 in 2011. The built-up area of Okehampton recorded a population of 9,112 in 2021, an increase from 7,647 a decade earlier. This vibrant community may present various opportunities for planning applications, driven by its expanding population and local development needs. The Town has a population of approximately 7,309 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Devon district.
Property prices in Okehampton show an average sale price of £300,439, 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 Okehampton a particularly low-crime area.
Okehampton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Okehampton. 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 Okehampton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Okehampton Park Flush SSSI; 10 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: DARTMOOR. 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, Okehampton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.okehampton.gov.uk/. 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 Okehampton
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Okehampton. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 92 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 Okehampton.
With an average of 92 days, decisions near Okehampton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Okehampton were full planning applications (5), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 50% 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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