How long do planning decisions take near Ashford (EX31)?

The average planning decision time near Ashford (EX31) is 172 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 Ashford (EX31)?

The planning approval rate near Ashford (EX31) is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ashford (EX31)?

The most common type of planning application near Ashford (EX31) is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ashford (EX31)?

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Ashford (EX31), Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ashford (EX31), Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

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Population: 297 (2021)

District: North Devon

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £347,567 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Devon
Parliamentary constituency: North Devon
LSOA: North Devon 008A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ashford (EX31).

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 Ashford (EX31) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Ashford (EX31).

- The Old Rectory Ashford Barnstaple Devon EX31 4BY
Application for a non-material amendment to planning permission 81052 (Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) and condition 3 (materials) attached to planning permission 80191 (Erection of one Loca
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-03-16
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- Land adjacent to 5 Meadowside Ashford Barnstaple Devon EX31 4BS
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) attached to planning permission 78883 (Erection of local occupancy dwelling) to allow amended design to reduce the scale of the build
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-03-04
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- Land adjacent to The Old Rectory Ashford Barnstaple Devon EX31 4BY
Variation of condition 2 (Approved Plans) and condition 3 (Materials) attached to planning permission 80191 (Erection of one Local Needs dwelling and associated works) to allow minor design amendments
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-11-11
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- Taw Lea 7 Ashfield Close Ashford Barnstaple Devon EX31 4BP
Alterations and extensions to dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-02-04
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- Land adjacent 5 Meadowside Ashford Barnstaple Devon EX31 4BS
Erection of local occupancy dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2024-06-12
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A brief summary of Ashford (EX31) in Devon

Ashford (EX31) is a settlement located in Devon, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 297 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Devon district.

Property prices in Ashford (EX31) show an average sale price of £347,567, 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 Ashford (EX31) a particularly low-crime area.

Ashford (EX31) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ashford. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ashford (EX31) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Taw-Torridge Estuary SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Ashford (EX31)

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Ashford (EX31). Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 172 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Ashford (EX31) maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

With an average of 172 days, decisions near Ashford (EX31) take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Ashford (EX31) were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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