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Planning in Sidbury

Approved
100%
11 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sidbury in the last 24 months, from East Devon District Council's planning register.

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About Sidbury

Sidbury is a sizable village located north of Sidmouth in the East Devon district of Devon, England. Once a civil parish, it is now part of the parish of Sidmouth and had a population of 457 in the 2011 census, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and community development considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 457. It sits within the Sidmouth district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sidbury 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 Sidbury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sidbury 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 Sidbury, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Sidbury. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (2), outline applications (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sidbury?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Sidbury. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sidbury?
The average planning decision time near Sidbury is 62 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 Sidbury?
The planning approval rate near Sidbury is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sidbury?
The most common type of planning application near Sidbury is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sidbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Sidbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.