How long do planning decisions take near Berry Cross?

The average planning decision time near Berry Cross 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 Berry Cross?

The planning approval rate near Berry Cross is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Berry Cross?

The most common type of planning application near Berry Cross is other, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Berry Cross?

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Berry Cross, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Berry Cross, Devon.

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About Berry Cross

Berry Cross is a quaint hamlet located in Devon, England. It offers a serene rural setting, making it an appealing spot for those interested in planning applications related to residential and agricultural developments in the picturesque Devon countryside.

District: Langtree

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Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Berry Cross.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Berry Cross based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Berry Cross.

- Agricultural Building At Berry Cross Langtree Devon
Prior notification for the change of use of agricultural building to 1no. dwellinghouse and associated building operations under Class Q
Status: Rejected | Type: Other | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-01-14
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A brief summary of Berry Cross in Devon

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Berry Cross a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Berry Cross includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Common Moor Langtree SSSI; 8 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 Berry Cross

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Berry Cross. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Berry Cross.

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

The most common application types near Berry Cross were other applications (1).

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