How long do planning decisions take near St Giles on the Heath?

The average planning decision time near St Giles on the Heath is 27 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 St Giles on the Heath?

The planning approval rate near St Giles on the Heath is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near St Giles on the Heath?

The most common type of planning application near St Giles on the Heath is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near St Giles on the Heath?

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St Giles on the Heath, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near St Giles on the Heath, Devon.

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

About St Giles on the Heath

St Giles on the Heath, also known as St Giles-on-the-Heath, is a quaint village and civil parish located in the far west of Devon, within the Torridge local government district. Situated along the A388 road, the village is approximately eight miles south of Holsworthy, making it a notable area for those considering planning applications in this picturesque part of England.

Population: 621 (2021)

District: Torridge

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £405,155 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: North Cornwall
LSOA: Cornwall 006B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near St Giles on the Heath.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near St Giles on the Heath.

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 on the Heath based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near St Giles on the Heath.

- 7 Crabbs Close St Giles On The Heath Launceston Devon PL15 9TA
Single storey extension to the bungalow
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-07-09
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- 20 Edwards Road St Giles On The Heath Launceston Devon PL15 9SZ
Discharge of conditions 4 & 5 of planning approval 1/0421/2024/FUL (Materials & Landscaping)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Torridge | Date: 2025-03-21
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- 10 Stanbury Close St Giles On The Heath Launceston Devon PL15 9TL
Non material amendment to application 1/0318/2024/FUL Replacement of gable ended pitch roof with flat roof to approved single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Council: Torridge | Date: 2024-06-26
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A brief summary of St Giles on the Heath in Devon

Property prices in St Giles on the Heath show an average sale price of £405,155, 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 on the Heath a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around St Giles on the Heath includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 St Giles on the Heath

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near St Giles on the Heath. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 27 days.

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

The average decision time of 27 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 on the Heath were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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