Torcross, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Torcross, Devon.
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About Torcross
Torcross is a picturesque seaside village located in the South Hams district of Devon, England. Nestled at the southern end of Slapton Sands, it features a unique shingle beach that separates the freshwater lake of Slapton Ley from Start Bay. The A379 coastal road runs through the village, providing vital access to Dartmouth and making it an important area for potential planning applications related to coastal development and tourism.
Elevation: 5.6m
District: Stokenham
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £368,500 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: South Hams
- Parliamentary constituency: South Devon
- LSOA: South Hams 012C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Torcross.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Torcross.
- 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 Torcross based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Torcross.
- - Communication Station Ntl Site 13119 Widdecombe Farm Stokenham TQ7 2TQ
Notice of intent to install electronic communication apparatus comprising new 10kVA genny on new concrete foundation. Power duct to be installed from source to genny. PSU cabinet to be retained. AMF p
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - Burnside Torcross TQ7 2TJ
Housholder application for the erection of a replacement garage with ancillary accommodation over
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-01-20
View full details - - Sunnyview, Torcross, TQ7 2TQ
Single residential dwelling (C3).
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-11-21
View full details - - Bayfield, Lane To Bayfield, Torcross, TQ7 2TL
T305: Horse Chestnut - Reduce crown by 0.75m (to a height of 7.25m) to leave a formed crown from side branches. When regrowth extends to 1m reduce back to original form with cyclical consent by Crown
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-10-03
View full details - - L Argonaute Holmleigh Road Torcross TQ7 2TJ
Householder application for alterations & enlarged deck
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2024-07-22
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A brief summary of Torcross in Devon
Torcross is a picturesque seaside village located in the South Hams district of Devon, England. Nestled at the southern end of Slapton Sands, it features a unique shingle beach that separates the freshwater lake of Slapton Ley from Start Bay. The A379 coastal road runs through the village, providing vital access to Dartmouth and making it an important area for potential planning applications related to coastal development and tourism. It sits within the Stokenham district.
Torcross sits at an elevation of 5.6 metres above sea level. The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Torcross show an average sale price of £368,500, 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 Torcross a particularly low-crime area.
Torcross 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 Torcross includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Slapton 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Torcross 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 Torcross
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Torcross. Of these, 60% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 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 Torcross.
The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Torcross were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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- Beesands planning applications
- Beeson planning applications
- Slapton planning applications
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- Frittiscombe planning applications
- Start planning applications
- Hallsands planning applications
- Bickerton planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.