Yarcombe, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Yarcombe, Devon.
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Planning applications in Yarcombe are administered by East Devon District Council. View the full East Devon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Yarcombe
Yarcombe is a picturesque village and civil parish located in East Devon, England, along the A30 road, conveniently near Honiton and Chard. Nestled in the scenic Yarty Valley at the southern edge of the Blackdown Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Yarcombe boasts a rich natural landscape. With a population of approximately 500 as recorded in the 2011 census, it presents a charming community that may be of interest for planning applications in the area.
Population: 508 (2021) · Area: 2120.2 km²
District: East Devon
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £262,438 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: East Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Honiton and Sidmouth
- LSOA: East Devon 004E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Yarcombe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Yarcombe.
- 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 Yarcombe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
39 planning applications found near Yarcombe.
- - 4 Hill House Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9AA
Proposed two storey extension, replacing single storey accommodation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2024-10-02
View full details - - Land To The West Of Carpenters Yarcombe EX14 9BD
Proposed demolition of existing outbuilding/store and replacing with timber single storey three bedroom dwelling, with decking area and associated off-street parking
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2023-11-14
View full details - - The Belfry Country Hotel Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9BD
Change of use from a hotel (use class C1) to a dwellinghouse (use class C3(a)).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2023-08-11
View full details - - Calways Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9BD
Proposed single storey extension (orangery) and raising of roof height of garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2022-08-24
View full details - - Calways Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9BD
Proposed single storey extension (orangery) and raising of roof height of garage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: East Devon | Date: 2022-08-24
View full details - - The Belfry Country Hotel Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9BD
Replace 2no. dormer windows on rear south west elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: East Devon | Date: 2021-12-15
View full details - - Ryecroft Cottage Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9BD
Replacement oil tank
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2021-04-08
View full details - - Hillside Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9LS
Change of use of land from agricultural to residential and installation of ground mounted array of 26 photovoltaic panels.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2019-09-17
View full details - - 1 Tilery Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9LR
Creation of off road parking
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2019-09-03
View full details - - 6 Tilery Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9LR
Conversion of garage and construction of single storey side/rear extension and provision of decking.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2018-09-06
View full details - - 2 Hill House Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9AA
Alterations to the existing external finish from painted brickwork to painted waterproof render
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2016-07-18
View full details - - 1 Hill House Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9AA
Two storey side extension and single storey rear extension and orangery
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2016-03-31
View full details - - 1 Hill House Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9AA
Alterations to the existing external finish from painted brickwork to painted waterproof render
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2016-02-24
View full details - - The Yarcombe Inn Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9BD
Change of use of Public House to dwelling
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: East Devon | Date: 2015-11-02
View full details - - 6 Tilery Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9LR
Conversion of double garage to form studio annexe to existing house
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2015-05-27
View full details - - 9 Drakes Meadow Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9BN
Two storey rear extension and single storey side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2012-08-14
View full details - - Jubilee Hall Yarcombe
Installation of solar panels
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2012-04-04
View full details - - The Coppers Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9LS
Amendment to application 12/0162/FUL for single storey extension and conservatory (amendment to single storey extension roof to include raising, gable end and dormer window)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2012-03-26
View full details - - The Coppers Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9LS
Construction of conservatory and single storey extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2012-01-18
View full details - - Hillside Yarcombe Honiton EX14 9LS
Loft conversion including raising of roof and insertion of dormers
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2011-09-05
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A brief summary of Yarcombe in Devon
Yarcombe is a picturesque village and civil parish located in East Devon, England, along the A30 road, conveniently near Honiton and Chard. Nestled in the scenic Yarty Valley at the southern edge of the Blackdown Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Yarcombe boasts a rich natural landscape. With a population of approximately 500 as recorded in the 2011 census, it presents a charming community that may be of interest for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 508 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Devon district.
Yarcombe covers an area of approximately 2120.2 km². 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 Yarcombe show an average sale price of £262,438, 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 Yarcombe a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Yarcombe includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Blackdown Hills. 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, Yarcombe 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 Yarcombe
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Yarcombe. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 27 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 Yarcombe.
The average decision time of 27 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Yarcombe were full planning applications (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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