How long do planning decisions take near South Huish?

The average planning decision time near South Huish is 77 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 South Huish?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near South Huish?

The most common type of planning application near South Huish is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near South Huish?

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South Huish, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near South Huish, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

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

About South Huish

South Huish is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 4 miles southwest of Kingsbridge in Devon's South Hams district. The parish, which encompasses Galmpton and Hope Cove, had a population of 459 as recorded in the 2021 census. Nestled within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, South Huish is bordered by West Alvington, South Milton, and Malborough, making it a picturesque setting for potential planning applications.

Population: 459 (2021)

District: South Hams

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £439,283 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Hams
Parliamentary constituency: South Devon
LSOA: South Hams 008A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near South Huish.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 South Huish based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near South Huish.

- Court Barton Farm South Huish TQ7 3EH
General purpose agricultural building
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-06-30
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- South Huish Farm, South Huish, TQ7 3EH
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 (Hard & Soft Landscape Plan), 4 (HMMP) & Informative 1 (BNG) of planning consent 3225/25/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-02-24
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- Colliver Orchard South Huish TQ7 3EH
Householder application for new timber cladding to existing building & new front porch
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-12-10
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- Smilers Corner South Huish TQ7 3EQ
Certificate of lawfulness for existing use of land as domestic garden
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-11-07
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A brief summary of South Huish in Devon

Property prices in South Huish show an average sale price of £439,283, 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 South Huish a particularly low-crime area.

South Huish has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 South Huish includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): South Milton Ley SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): South Devon. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in South Huish

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near South Huish. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near South Huish may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 77 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near South Huish were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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