St Giles in the Wood, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near St Giles in the Wood, Devon.
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Planning applications in St Giles in the Wood are administered by Torridge District Council. View the full Torridge District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About St Giles in the Wood
St Giles in the Wood is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Torridge district of Devon, approximately 2.5 miles east of Great Torrington. The parish, which has seen a slight decline in population from 623 in 1901 to 566 in 2001, is bordered by several other parishes, including Huntshaw and Yarnscombe. Notably, the village features charming Victorian terraced cottages on the east side of the church, predominantly constructed by the Rolle Estate, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications.
Population: 548 (2021)
District: Torridge
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £264,422 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Torridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
- LSOA: Torridge 006B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near St Giles in the Wood.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near St Giles in the Wood.
- 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 St Giles in the Wood based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near St Giles in the Wood.
- - Higher House Cottage Kingscott Torrington Devon EX38 7JJ
Removal of a section of hedge to create highway access for two parking spaces.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2025-05-23
View full details - - Well Cottage Kingscott Torrington Devon EX38 7JW
Removal of dying trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Torridge | Date: 2023-04-28
View full details - - Land At Grid Reference 253180 118934 St Giles In The Wood Devon
Installation of lighting equipment to provide emergency lighting for Devon Air Ambulance.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2017-07-12
View full details - - St Giles Village Hall St Giles In The Wood Great Torrington Devon EX38 7JF
Demolition of existing ancillary buildings and replacement.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2015-09-23
View full details - - 9 Sunnyside St Giles In The Wood Torrington EX38 7JH
Single storey extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2006-04-07
View full details - - St Giles In The Wood Sports And Social Club St Giles In The Wood Torrington EX38 7JG
Provide new male and female toilets accessible from inside the Sports Club and new disabled public toilet Increase bar area to replace stock storage area
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2006-03-17
View full details - - 12 Sunnyside St Giles In The Wood Torrington EX38 7JH
Relocate oil central heating storage tank from front to rear garden
Status: Permitted | Council: Torridge | Date: 2005-12-02
View full details - - Westerdale St Giles In The Wood Torrington EX38 7JQ
Extension to provide additional domestic accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2005-03-24
View full details - - 12 Sunnyside St Giles In The Wood Torrington EX38 7JH
Installation of central heating oil storage tank in front garden.
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Torridge | Date: 2004-12-08
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A brief summary of St Giles in the Wood in Devon
St Giles in the Wood is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Torridge district of Devon, approximately 2.5 miles east of Great Torrington. The parish, which has seen a slight decline in population from 623 in 1901 to 566 in 2001, is bordered by several other parishes, including Huntshaw and Yarnscombe. Notably, the village features charming Victorian terraced cottages on the east side of the church, predominantly constructed by the Rolle Estate, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 548 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Torridge district.
Property prices in St Giles in the Wood show an average sale price of £264,422, 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 St Giles in the Wood a particularly low-crime area.
St Giles in the Wood has one conservation area within its boundaries: Kingscott. 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 St Giles in the Wood includes 11 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, St Giles in the Wood 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 St Giles in the Wood
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near St Giles in the Wood. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near St Giles in the Wood may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near St Giles in the Wood were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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