How long do planning decisions take near Shebbear?

The average planning decision time near Shebbear is 60 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Shebbear?

The planning approval rate near Shebbear is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Shebbear?

The most common type of planning application near Shebbear is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Shebbear?

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Shebbear, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Shebbear, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Shebbear are administered by Torridge District Council. View the full Torridge District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Shebbear

Shebbear is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Torridge district of Devon, England. Known for its rural charm, it presents opportunities for various planning applications, making it a relevant area for developers and local planners interested in community growth and development.

Population: 1,020 (2021)

District: Torridge

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £387,060 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Torridge
Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
LSOA: Torridge 009C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Shebbear.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Shebbear.

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 Shebbear based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Shebbear.

- Ruxhill Cottage Shebbear Beaworthy Devon EX21 5QR
Change of use of land to domestic curtilage, single storey side extension to create ground floor annexe and associated alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-02-03
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- Land At Grid Reference 243765 109338 Shebbear Devon
Permission in principle for residential development up to 9no. dwellings (Affecting a Public Right of Way)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Torridge | Date: 2025-09-24
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- Coach House Shebbear Beaworthy Devon EX21 5RU
Construction of additional storey, single storey rear extension and conversion of outbuilding to ancillary accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2025-09-03
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- No. 2 Vicarage Cottage Shebbear Beaworthy Devon EX21 5RU
Erection of domestic garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2025-03-28
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A brief summary of Shebbear in Devon

Property prices in Shebbear show an average sale price of £387,060, 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 Shebbear a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Shebbear. 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 Shebbear may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 60 days on average, decisions near Shebbear slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Shebbear were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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