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Planning in Ashford (TQ7)

Approved
82%
9 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ashford (TQ7) in the last 24 months, from South Hams District Council's planning register.

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About Ashford (TQ7)

Ashford 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 show an average sale price of £410,410, 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 (September 2026). This makes Ashford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ashford has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ashford 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 Ashford, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Ashford. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

The most common types were other applications (3), full planning applications (2), outline applications (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ashford (TQ7)?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Ashford (TQ7). The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ashford (TQ7)?
The average planning decision time near Ashford (TQ7) is 39 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 (TQ7)?
The planning approval rate near Ashford (TQ7) is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ashford (TQ7)?
The most common type of planning application near Ashford (TQ7) is other, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ashford (TQ7)?
You can search and track planning applications near Ashford (TQ7) on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.