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Planning in Virginstow

Only 1 decision near Virginstow in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Virginstow

Virginstow is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Torridge district of Devon, England, approximately 7 miles north of Launceston in Cornwall. As of the 2001 census, the village had a small population of 115, making it a close-knit community that may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 124 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Torridge district.

Property prices in Virginstow show an average sale price of £387,060, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Virginstow 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 Virginstow a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Virginstow 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 Virginstow, 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, 2 planning applications were submitted near Virginstow.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Virginstow?
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Virginstow.
What types of planning applications are most common near Virginstow?
The most common type of planning application near Virginstow is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Virginstow?
You can search and track planning applications near Virginstow on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.