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Planning in Bampton

Approved
100%
22 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bampton in the last 24 months, from Mid Devon District Council's planning register.

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About Bampton

Bampton is a quaint town and parish located in northeast Devon, England, along the River Batherm, a tributary of the River Exe. Situated approximately 6 miles north of Tiverton and 19 miles from Exeter, it shares its northeastern and northwestern borders with Somerset. As a key part of the Clare and Shuttern electoral ward, Bampton had a population of 3,412 according to the 2011 Census, making it an important community for those considering planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,841 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Devon district.

Property prices in Bampton show an average sale price of £465,340, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bampton area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Bampton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bampton has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bampton 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 Bampton, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Bampton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were tree works (8), outline applications (6), full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bampton?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Bampton. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bampton?
The average planning decision time near Bampton is 45 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 Bampton?
The planning approval rate near Bampton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bampton?
The most common type of planning application near Bampton is tree works applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bampton?
You can search and track planning applications near Bampton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.