Salcombe Regis, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Salcombe Regis, Devon.
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About Salcombe Regis
Salcombe Regis is a picturesque coastal village in East Devon, now part of the parish of Sidmouth. Historically noted in the Domesday Book as "Selcoma," it once featured a manor house at Thorn Farm, where a notable thorn tree marked the boundary between cultivated land and common ground. In 1951, the village had a population of 869, but it was officially merged with Sidmouth in 1974, reflecting its evolving community dynamics. For those researching planning applications, Salcombe Regis offers a blend of historical significance and contemporary development potential.
District: Sidmouth
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £420,543 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: East Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Honiton and Sidmouth
- LSOA: East Devon 011B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Salcombe Regis.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Salcombe Regis.
- 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 Salcombe Regis based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Salcombe Regis.
- - Combe Wood Farm Salcombe Regis Devon EX10 0JN
Removal of 15m of hedgerow between 2 grazing parcels
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: East Devon | Date: 2024-08-08
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A brief summary of Salcombe Regis in Devon
Salcombe Regis is a picturesque coastal village in East Devon, now part of the parish of Sidmouth. Historically noted in the Domesday Book as "Selcoma," it once featured a manor house at Thorn Farm, where a notable thorn tree marked the boundary between cultivated land and common ground. In 1951, the village had a population of 869, but it was officially merged with Sidmouth in 1974, reflecting its evolving community dynamics. For those researching planning applications, Salcombe Regis offers a blend of historical significance and contemporary development potential. It sits within the Sidmouth district.
Property prices in Salcombe Regis show an average sale price of £420,543, 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 Salcombe Regis a particularly low-crime area.
Salcombe Regis has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Salcombe Regis, Sidford. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Salcombe Regis includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Sidmouth to Beer Coast SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): East Devon; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Sidmouth to West Bay. 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, Salcombe Regis 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 Salcombe Regis
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Salcombe Regis. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 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 Salcombe Regis.
The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Salcombe Regis were full planning applications (2), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
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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.