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You Said, We Did

We are your council, as such we welcome feedback and ways we can improve the work we do, and how we do it. Here are a few examples of how...

Resident Survey 2022

At the end of last year we carried out a survey open to all residents in Mid Devon. More than 1600 people replied and the results are now available. We...

Love Parks

Mid Devon is home to more than 50 parks and play areas.

Parks and play areas are an invaluable community resource, serving as vibrant hubs of recreation, relaxation, and social...

MDH Supports Anti-social Behaviour Week

Mid Devon Housing (MDH) joined a national campaign which ran from 3^rd - 9^th July to tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB). The aim was to encourage communities to take...

Ditch The Damp, Manage The Mould

Our Technical Support and Repairs Team have been working hard on our new 'Ditch the Damp, Manage the Mould' survey. This has been spearheaded by our innovative young apprentices. This...

Spikey Residents Move Into Willand

We're Tpas Members

Did you know that we are a member of Tpas? This is the largest tenant engagement organisation in the country and is a network of landlords committed to listening, understanding...

Annual Report 2023-2024

We have just published our Annual Report for 2023-2024!

This Annual Report displays our performance from the 23-24 financial year, from 1st April 2023 until 31st March 2024. You can...

Tenant Satisfaction Measures

What are they?

From April 2023 social housing providers started collecting data on a new set of Tenant Satisfaction Measures (TSMs). These new measures have been developed as part of...

Crediton Masterplan

Mid Devon District Council has officially adopted the Crediton Town Centre Masterplan, marking a pivotal step in shaping the future of the town.

The plan was formally adopted at the...

Residents' Financial Support

The Council offers a number of resources to support residents in many aspects of their financial journey. There are a number of ways we can help and support you if...

Polling Review 2023

Following a review of polling districts across the district, Mid Devon’s full council agreed to implement a number of changes.

The review and public consultation resulted in a number of...

Get Winter Ready

As we head into the colder months we advise tenants to check their heating systems to make sure they are working. The cold weather can be a health risk, especially...

Suggest potential for EV chargers

You are invited to suggest locations of where you think there might be potential for electric vehicle (EV) charge points within the district. These are suggestions, not requests. The...

Residents' Survey 2023

The resident and budget survey ran throughout November and into December, with more than 800 residents completing the questionnaire. Results from the survey have been used to feed into our...

Petition: Condition of highways in Mid Devon

At a recent meeting of Mid Devon District's full council, a motion (from Cllr Rachel Gilmour) was moved, seconded and carried by the Chairman, as follows:

Mid Devon District Council...

Reach Out - Emergency Contact Information

Call 999 if you or someone else is in immediate danger.

Met Office - UK weather warnings.

Utilities:

What adult learning courses would you benefit from?

Mid Devon Housing (MDH) would like to partner with Learn Devon to offer free adult learning courses for our tenants. Learn Devon has provided adult learning courses and nationally accredited...

Cullompton: Road Network Improvements

Devon County Council held a public consultation regarding improvement works to Junction 28 of the M5 (13 December 2023 to 5 February 2024). More information can be found here: https://www.devon.gov.uk/haveyoursay/consultations/m5-junction-28/...

MDH Damp & Mould Survey

Damp & mould survey

We have two surveys available for tenants of Mid Devon Housing. We have separate surveys for those suffering with damp and mould and those that are...

Taxi Policy Changes

We sought your views on changes to the Mid Devon District Council Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Policy (the Policy). The consultation ran from 15 January to 15 April 2024...

MDH Development Hub

Introducing Our Mid Devon Housing Development Hub

Welcome to our hub, where you'll find all the information and proposed plans on current and future development sites. We understand that affordable...

Grand Western Canal

The Grand Western Canal Public Consultation

Conservation Area and Management Plan

A new Conservation Area and Management Plan (CAAMP) was prepared to inform future change, development and design of the...

Revised Licensing Policy

We invited feedback on our revised Statement of Licensing Policy 2024.

Under the Licensing Act 2003 ('the Act'), the Council is the licensing authority and is responsible for licensing...

Revised Gambling Policy

We invited feedback on our revised Statement of Principles Gambling Act 2005.

Under the Gambling Act 2005, the Council, as the Licensing Authority, has a legal duty to review...

Tiverton Work Hub

The Market Centre building in Tiverton is proposed to be transformed into a vibrant co-working space, providing flexible office space to support business growth.

Demand for work hubs in the...

Money Saving Tips

We could all do with cutting our costs, saving money and reducing our bills in this current climate when every penny really does count!
It can be overwhelming and scary...

Mid Devon for Free

With summer holidays in full swing we've put together a handy guide of free things to do this summer.

From local walks, bike rides, free days out and competitions, if...

Get involved with MDH

You can get involved and have your say with a range of activities from in person, online, or digitally.

We are committed to listening to residents, we offer a wide...

Rural Roadshows 2024

Here at Mid Devon Housing we are committed to delivering the best service we can.

Living rurally can be challenging for some and we want our tenants to feel connected,...

Community Cuppa's in Mid Devon

Our community cuppas are run by Tenant Involvement, for tenants to chat and engage with Mid Devon Housing and our current locations include Tiverton, Crediton and Cullompton.

All Mid Devon...

Combating Damp and Mould - Our Approach

Please watch this video to understand what our approach to damp and mould is within Mid Devon Housing.

Informing tenants: Mid Devon Housing's approach to damp, mould and condensation -...

Wildlife friendly gardens - we need your help!

We have designed a guide for tenants to help and advise on wildlife gardens, what they mean, top tips and what we clarify as a 'tidy garden' or 'untidy garden'...

Leaseholder Forum

Mid Devon Housing Leaseholders Forum is a place for leaseholders of Mid Devon Housing properties, giving you a space to express feedback, ask questions, meet other leaseholders and more. This...

Downsizing Incentive - Consultation Closed

This consultation has now closed - Thank you to everyone that took the time to respond. Your feedback is now being used to help make a decision on a downsizing...

Flexible Tenancy Review

The consultation period for this project has now closed - flexible tenancies have no been abolished at MDH and any tenants with a flexible tenancy will move onto a secure...

Service Standards Consultation Closed

This consultation has now closed.

Our Service Standards for 2024-2029 is now open for consultation from 1st October - 1st November 2024. Our Service Standards cover all aspects of our...

Residents' Survey 2024

The results of a six-week-long survey open to all Mid Devon residents were discussed by the Council’s Cabinet in March 2025.

The resident and budget survey ran from 30 October...

Anti-Social Behaviour Survey

This survey is designed for Mid Devon Housing tenants who have reported incidents of anti-social behaviour (ASB) in the last 2 years. We recognise the significant impact ASB can have...

Safeguarding Policy & Procedure Consultation

Mid Devon Housing's (MDH) Safeguarding Policy & Procedure is now open for tenant consultation from the 29th November - 31st December 2024.

MDH have produced a 'Safeguarding Adults at Risk...

Right to Buy Policy Consultation

Mid Devon Housing's (MDH) Right to Buy Policy is now open for tenant consultation from the 29th November - 31st December 2024.

The policy includes the Housing (Right to Buy)(Limits...

Resident Event Survey - Have Your Say!

We’re excited to announce we are organising a resident event where we hope residents from local social housing providers across the region can connect, learn, and share their experiences.

This...

Tenant Involvement Strategy Consultation

The Tenant Involvement Strategy 2025-2030 outlines MDH's approach to tenant participation and engagement for the next five years to empower tenants to play a central role in shaping housing services...

Getting to Know You Campaign

At Mid Devon Housing we are dedicated to providing the best service possible for tenants, which is why, as our customers, we want to better understand you and your needs...

Have an idea for an event? Share it!

At MDH, we host a series of events from coffee mornings, rural roadshows, damp and mould days, neighbourhood walkabouts and police street surgeries. Are we missing an event you think...

Apply to become a Tenant Representative and earn £500!

Applications have now closed.

Are you passionate about housing, your community, and ensuring tenants' voices are heard? Mid Devon Housing is looking for tenants or leaseholders to join the Homes...

Call For Sites 2025

A Call for Sites, launched by Mid Devon District Council, provided individuals and organisations with the opportunity to suggest sites that they think have the potential to be developed for...

Tenancy Management Policy Consultation

This consultation has now closed

Our 2025 Tenancy Management Policy is now open for consultation from the 24th January until the 16th February 2025. The policy sets out our...

Mid Devon Business Forum

The Mid Devon Business Forum is an interactive hub designed to support and empower our local business community. Here, business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals can connect, share knowledge, and access...

Rent Increase 2026/2027

Rent Proposal - 2026/2027

Each year Mid Devon Housing (MDH) calculates rent by following a formula set by the Government. In October 2017, the Government announced its intention to set...

Mid Devon Business

This business survey is an opportunity for Mid Devon businesses to tell us about what you might need in the future to help you grow and prosper.

The information collected...

Joint to Sole - Your Feedback Matters!

This consultation has now closed.

We are seeking your views to help shape a new 'Joint to Sole' tenancy leaflet. This leaflet aims to provide clear and useful guidance for...

Community Resilience Hub

Connecting in crisis - together, we are stronger.

Welcome to our Community Resilience Hub, a virtual space designed to connect neighbours in times of need. This platform is dedicated to...

Tiverton Eastern Urban Extension - Area B Public Consultation

Tiverton Eastern Urban Extension Area B Masterplan.

We're seeking views from the public about Area B of the Tiverton Eastern Urban Extension (EUE).

The Tiverton EUE is a 153ha site...

Tiverton TC Map Test

Know where local support resources are...

Celebrate VE Day Poster Competition

Celebrate VE Day and create your own exciting poster to capture the celebrations of VE Day on its 80th year!

The poster design competition is open to Mid Devon children...

Environmental Improvement funding available!!

Did you know we have funding available to enhance green spaces for environmental and sustainable improvements and to support tenant community projects?

The budget can be used for sprucing up...

Business Feedback

We aim to provide high-quality services to all in Mid Devon. If you have any suggestions on how our services or facilities could be improved, wish to make a complaint...

The Growth Hub

The Heart of the South West Growth Hub provides the key access point for free business support in Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay.

The Growth Hub service is the point...

Licensing News Bites

These news bites provide industry related news and advice for Mid Devon license holders on matters relating to all licensable activities.

Want to receive these news-bites directly via email?

To...

Cullompton Relief Road

The town of Cullompton has needed a relief road for many years and for a number of reasons.

The town experiences poor air quality and high levels of congestion which...

Annual Report - Have Your Say!

Help shape your annual report!

Each year, we produce an annual report to share how we're performing as your housing provider. This includes information such as how we handle complaints...

Mid Devon in Bloom

This competition is now closed. Thank you for your entries and winners will be contacted soon.

Mid Devon in Bloom is back for 2025. Tenants from across the district are...

Tenancy Agreement Consultation

This consultation has now closed. We are collating your feedback and will provide an update in due course.

We are updating our tenancy agreement, and we want to encourage everyone...

Mid Devon Business e-Newsletter Archive

Keep up to date with the latest business news in Mid Devon. Subscribe to receive the e-newsletter by following the link: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKMIDDEVON/subscriber/new?topic_id=0311

Edition 002 (September 2025)- just released - Access...

Shared Prosperity Fund grants 2025 - Expression of Interest - NOW CLOSED

Mid Devon District Council has been allocated additional funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) to support project delivery between June 2025 and March 2026. Devon County Council is...

Local Government Reorganisation

We need your help to shape the future of local government in Devon, by letting us know what matters to you in your community.

In December 2024, the Government set...

Downsizing Incentive - Get up to £2000

What is downsizing?

Downsizing means moving from a larger home to a smaller one that better suits your current needs. If you have one or more unused bedrooms, you may...

Council Tax Reduction Scheme 2026/27 Consultation

Help us improve Council Tax support – Have your say

We’re looking at how we can make Council Tax support fairer and more helpful for people of working age in...

Mobility Scooters in Flats Policy - Consultation

Our new Mobility Scooter in Flats Policy is now open for consultation from 21st July until 18th August.

The use of mobility aids, such as powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters...

Could you be the next tenant representative for your community?

We need Tenant Representatives!

Are you passionate about improving the lives of tenants and ensuring they have a safe, supportive, and positive rental experience? We're looking for enthusiastic and dedicated...

Make it Matter- Cost of living event

Resident Survey 2025

This survey has now closed.

Throughout this survey (below), we ask you to think about 'your local area'. When answering please consider your local area to be the area within...

Caravan Site Draft Policy

Have your say and help shape the new Mid Devon District Council Caravan Site & Mobile Homes Policy - consultation open until Wednesday 8 April 2026.

Knowledge and Information Strategy Consultation 2026

Mid Devon Leisure Fitness Survey

We're seeking your view on your experience when you come to our facilities.

Autumn Neighbourhood Walkabouts 2023

It is that time of year again as we are gearing up for our Autumn Neighbourhood Walkabouts of 2023. Come along and join us for your local walkabout, meet your...

Mid Devon Leisure Wetside Survey

We would love to know what you think about our wetside/pool facilities, please complete our survey and tell us your thoughts.

Fitness Satisfaction Survey - January 2025

Please let us know your thoughts on your membership with us and how we can improve.

Uniform Survey

Please complete this short survey to help us deliver the best options for your uniform. Thank you.

Safeguarding Survey

Safeguarding survey

Swimmers Survey

A very short survey to understand swim lanes.

Staff Survey - Standards & Expectations

We are developing standards and expectations for Active Mid Devon. We have created a survey to gather your valuable feedback. Please fill out this survey by October 31st.

Thank you.