North Devon
North Devon Habitat Bank
BNG registered
Added on 19/09/2025Overview
Description
This North Devon habitat bank is mainly focused on a large area of lowland meadow enhancement. With the previous land mangers being environmentally focused this grassland had not received inputs for many years and already boasted a number of meadow indicator species making it a strong candidate for a grassland enhancement project. Another key feature of the bank includes a central watercourse that has had encroachment removed, the addition of sensitive riparian planting and a series of pools and dams created to hold back the water, which form a series of diverse pockets of habitat supporting an abundance of life. Where a short line of mature beech trees stand as an island within the meadow, what was once a historic hedgerow as been reformed from a native hedge mix to recreate another key wildlife corridor.
Local Planning Authority
North Devon
National Character Area
Exmoor
Size
12.38 hectares
Total Units
107.2 units
Unit Price
£25,000 - £95,000
Area Units
| Broad Habitat | Habitat | Distinctiveness | Available Units | Unit Price (£) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grassland | Lowland meadows | Very High | 103 | £25,000 |
Hedgerow Units
| Broad Habitat | Habitat | Distinctiveness | Available Units | Unit Price (£) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hedgerow | Species-rich native hedgerow with trees | High | 1.26 | £25,000 |
Watercourse Units
| Broad Habitat | Habitat | Distinctiveness | Available Units | Unit Price (£) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watercourse | Other rivers and streams | High | 2.94 | £95,000 |
North Devon
Available – Registered
Exmoor
Units available:
107.2
107.2
Unit price:
£25,000 - £95,000