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Planning in Twitchen

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About Twitchen

Twitchen is a quaint village and civil parish in North Devon, England, with historical significance dating back to the Domesday Book, where it was listed as part of the manor of Alvred D'Epaignes. The village has seen fluctuations in population, with 145 residents recorded in 1801, peaking at 163 in 1901, and dropping to 70 by 2001. As part of the North Devon local authority area, Twitchen presents a unique opportunity for planning applications, reflecting its rich history and rural character. The settlement has a population of approximately 64 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Devon district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Twitchen 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 Twitchen a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Twitchen has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Twitchen, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.