How long do planning decisions take near Beaford?

The average planning decision time near Beaford is 57 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 Beaford?

The planning approval rate near Beaford is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Beaford?

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

How can I track planning applications near Beaford?

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Beaford, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Beaford, Devon.

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Planning applications in Beaford are administered by Torridge District Council. View the full Torridge District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Beaford

Beaford is a charming village and civil parish located in the Torridge district of Devon, approximately five miles south-east of Great Torrington along the A3124 road to Exeter. As of the 2001 census, Beaford had a population of 393, reflecting a slight decline from 428 in 1901. The parish is bordered to the west by the River Torridge and is encircled by several other parishes, including St Giles in the Wood and Dolton, making it a unique area for potential planning applications.

Population: 478 (2021)

District: Torridge

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £333,071 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Torridge
Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
LSOA: Torridge 007B

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

burglary: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Beaford.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Beaford.

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 Beaford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Beaford.

- North Harepath Beaford Winkleigh Devon EX19 8NE
Erection of Agricultural Building
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-01-26
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- Chaplands Beaford Winkleigh Devon EX19 8LJ
Certificate of existing lawful development for access works in relation to 1/0199/2011/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-01-20
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- Chaplands Beaford Winkleigh Devon EX19 8LJ
Conversion and extension of existing storage rooms to habitable space ancillary to main dwelling and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2025-11-17
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A brief summary of Beaford in Devon

Property prices in Beaford show an average sale price of £333,071, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Beaford is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Beaford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Beaford. 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 Beaford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Halsdon SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Beaford

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Beaford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Beaford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Beaford slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Beaford were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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