Search Shirwell planning applications
3 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Shirwell · updated daily · North Devon District Council
Only 1 application in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Parkside Cottage Shirwell Barnstaple Devon EX31 4JRAwaiting decisionExtension to dwelling, internal reconfiguration, removal & alterations to boundary wallFull ApplicationReceived 14 Oct 202682381
- Magnolia House Shirwell Barnstaple Devon EX31 4JUAwaiting decisionNotification for prior approval for larger home extension which extends 4.25m beyond the rear wall, 3.2m to the ridge and 3.2m to the eavesLarger Home ExtensionReceived 14 Apr 202681668
- Barn at Chilbridge Farm Shirwell Barnstaple Devon EX31 4JYApprovedDemolition of existing barn and erection of one dwelling utilising the fallback position of the extant permission 77560 and associated worksFull ApplicationReceived 10 Dec 2024Decided 24 Feb 202579672
Planning in Shirwell
Only 1 decision near Shirwell in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Shirwell in the last 24 months, from North Devon District Council's planning register.
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Around Shirwell
Postcode districts
EX31 268 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: North Devon District Council
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About Shirwell
Shirwell is a quaint village and civil parish located in North Devon, approximately 3.5 miles northeast of Barnstaple, near the A39 road to Lynton. Surrounded by several parishes, including East Down and Arlington, Shirwell has maintained a stable population of around 333 residents since 2001. As a former manor and local administrative unit, Shirwell presents a unique context for planning applications, reflecting its historical significance and community character. The settlement has a population of approximately 429 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Devon district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Shirwell 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 Shirwell a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Shirwell has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shirwell 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 Shirwell, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Shirwell.
The most common types were full planning applications (1).