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Planning in Thornbury

Only 4 decisions near Thornbury in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Thornbury

Thornbury is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Torridge district of Devon, England, approximately five miles northeast of Holsworthy. The parish encompasses five distinct hamlets—Thornbury, Woodacott, Brendon, Lashbrook, and South Wonford—spanning an area of about six square miles. With a small population of 290 residents as of 2011, Thornbury offers a rural community atmosphere, with Woodacott Cross serving as the primary focal point for local activities. This picturesque area is bordered by several other parishes, making it a unique spot for planning applications and development considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 269 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Torridge district.

Property prices in Thornbury show an average sale price of £364,835, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Thornbury 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 Thornbury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Thornbury has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Thornbury 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Thornbury, 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, 5 planning applications were submitted near Thornbury.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), other applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Thornbury?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Thornbury.
What types of planning applications are most common near Thornbury?
The most common type of planning application near Thornbury is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Thornbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Thornbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.