Oldborough, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Oldborough, Devon.
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Planning applications in Oldborough are administered by Devon County Council. View the full Devon County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Oldborough
Oldborough is a charming village in Devon, England, located close to Morchard Bishop, with a population of just under 1,000 residents. The community features essential amenities including a school, a post office, and the London Inn, the village's sole remaining pub. This quaint setting makes it a noteworthy area for anyone exploring planning applications and developments in the region.
District: Morchard Bishop
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Area Information
- Admin district: Mid Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
- LSOA: Mid Devon 011A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Oldborough.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Oldborough.
- 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 Oldborough based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
13 planning applications found near Oldborough.
- - The Forge Morchard Bishop Crediton Devon EX17 6SE
Details pursuant to the Discharge of Conditions 3 to 9 of Listed Building Consent 25/01699/LBC relating to detailed drawings of cross-sections, elevations, materials, insulation, finishes, and retaine
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - Land at NGR 277210 106707 South East of Lydcott House Morchard Bishop Devon
Permission in Principle for the erection 1 detached dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - The Forge Morchard Bishop Crediton Devon EX17 6SE
Listed Building Consent for internal and external works to restore property from 2 dwellings to 1; replacement of 5 windows and 1 external door
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2025-12-03
View full details - - Clements Cottage Morchard Bishop Crediton Devon EX17 6SQ
Certificate of lawfulness for the proposed installation of 12 solar panels on south facing roof
Status: Permitted | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2025-02-12
View full details - - Wayside Morchard Bishop Crediton Devon EX17 6SF
Listed Building Consent for the demolition of porch, alterations to form ground floor cloakroom and re-roofing of single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2024-05-25
View full details - - The Forge Morchard Bishop Devon
Listed Building Consent to repair and replace roof timber on outbuilding
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2018-06-28
View full details - - Spring Cottage Morchard Bishop Crediton Devon EX17 6SE
Listed Building Consent for the erection of single storey extension and glazed hall, internal alterations, installation of new windows at first floor level and demolition of existing porch (Revised Sc
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2011-09-27
View full details - - Spring Cottage Morchard Bishop Crediton Devon EX17 6SE
Erection of single storey extension and glazed hall, internal alterations, installation of new windows at first floor level and demolition of existing porch (Revised Scheme)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2011-09-27
View full details - - Spring Cottage Morchard Bishop Crediton Devon EX17 6SE
Listed Building Consent for the erection of single storey extension and glazed hall, internal alterations, installation of new windows at first floor level and demolition of existing porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2010-11-24
View full details - - Spring Cottage Morchard Bishop Crediton Devon EX17 6SE
Erection of single storey extension and glazed hall, internal alterations, installation of new windows at first floor level and demolition of existing porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2010-11-24
View full details - - Spring Cottage Frost Morchard Bishop Crediton Devon EX17 6SE
Listed Building Consent for replacement of thatched roof on porch with natural slate
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2007-09-17
View full details - - Spring Cottage Frost Morchard Bishop Crediton Devon EX17 6SE
Listed Building Consent for the retention of opening of original fireplace and removal of modern facade
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2007-06-27
View full details - - Frost & Forge House Morchard Bishop
Listed Building Consent to replace front elevation windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2002-06-06
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A brief summary of Oldborough in Devon
Oldborough is a charming village in Devon, England, located close to Morchard Bishop, with a population of just under 1,000 residents. The community features essential amenities including a school, a post office, and the London Inn, the village's sole remaining pub. This quaint setting makes it a noteworthy area for anyone exploring planning applications and developments in the region. It sits within the Morchard Bishop district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Oldborough a particularly low-crime area.
Oldborough 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 Oldborough includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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, Oldborough 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 Oldborough
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Oldborough. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Oldborough may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 60 days on average, decisions near Oldborough slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Oldborough were listed building and heritage (3), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Frost planning applications
- Weeke planning applications
- Morchard Bishop planning applications
- Middlecott planning applications
- Morchard Road planning applications
- Down St Mary planning applications
- Newbuildings planning applications
- Kennerleigh planning applications
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.