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Planning in Watchcombe

Approved
100%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 4 weeks
on average

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

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About Watchcombe

Watchcombe is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Watchcombe show an average sale price of £318,791, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Watchcombe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Watchcombe has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Watchcombe 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 Watchcombe, 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, 15 planning applications were submitted near Watchcombe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 29 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Watchcombe?
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Watchcombe. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Watchcombe?
The average planning decision time near Watchcombe is 29 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 Watchcombe?
The planning approval rate near Watchcombe is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Watchcombe?
The most common type of planning application near Watchcombe is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Watchcombe?
You can search and track planning applications near Watchcombe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.