Penstone, Devon Planning Applications

Penstone is a small hamlet in Devon, England, consisting of approximately 21 houses, situated just 1 mile from the villages of Colebrooke and Coleford. Notably located near the junction of the Exeter-Barnstaple and the freight-operated Exeter-Okehampton rail lines, there are ongoing discussions about potentially reopening the latter for passenger services, which could facilitate travel to Plymouth while bypassing the vulnerable shoreline track at Dawlish Warren. The nearest railway stations are Yeoford and Copplestone, making Penstone a point of interest for future planning applications related to transport and infrastructure in the area.

Property prices in Penstone show an average sale price of £336,328, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Penstone area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Penstone a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Penstone has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Penstone 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Penstone, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.