How long do planning decisions take near Stoneycombe?

The average planning decision time near Stoneycombe is 85 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 Stoneycombe?

The planning approval rate near Stoneycombe is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stoneycombe?

The most common type of planning application near Stoneycombe is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stoneycombe?

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Stoneycombe, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stoneycombe, Devon.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £317,675 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Teignbridge
Parliamentary constituency: Newton Abbot
LSOA: Teignbridge 014D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stoneycombe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stoneycombe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Stoneycombe.

- Stoneycombe Quarry, Kingskerswell, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 5LL
Request for EIA Scoping Opinion for the extraction of mineral from below Tip 2 and an extension of time up to 2050 inclusive of associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Devon | Date: 2025-05-23
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A brief summary of Stoneycombe in Devon

Stoneycombe is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Stoneycombe show an average sale price of £317,675, 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 Stoneycombe a particularly low-crime area.

Stoneycombe has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Abbotskerswell, No data available for publication by HE, Kingskerswell. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Stoneycombe includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Stoneycombe

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Stoneycombe. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Stoneycombe.

The average decision period of 85 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Stoneycombe were outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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