How long do planning decisions take near Berrynarbor?

The average planning decision time near Berrynarbor is 44 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 Berrynarbor?

The planning approval rate near Berrynarbor is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Berrynarbor?

The most common type of planning application near Berrynarbor is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Berrynarbor?

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Berrynarbor, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Berrynarbor, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

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

About Berrynarbor

Berrynarbor is a picturesque village and civil parish in North Devon, England, located on the north coast just three miles east of Ilfracombe. With a population that grew from 749 in 2001 to 802 in 2011, the area is surrounded by stunning woodlands and farmland, nestled within the North Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Berrynarbor's borders include the parishes of Combe Martin, Kentisbury, East Down, Marwood, Bittadon, and Ilfracombe, making it an attractive location for planning applications focused on rural development and conservation.

Population: 853 (2021)

District: North Devon

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £278,826 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Devon
Parliamentary constituency: North Devon
LSOA: North Devon 001A

Crime Statistics

7 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 6
other-theft: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Berrynarbor.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Berrynarbor based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Berrynarbor.

- Brookside 63 The Village Silver Street Berrynarbor Devon EX34 9SE
Remove window to create opening for patio doors & erection of glazed canopy above
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-11-19
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- Manor Hall Silver Street Berrynarbor Ilfracombe Devon EX34 9SE
Notification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of T1 - Royal Burgundy: Remove dead tree, T2 - Cherry: Reduce to height of hedge
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-10-28
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- Sloley Park Farm Road From Cross Park To Lower Down Copse Berrynarbor EX34 9SX
Application for a lawful development certificate for the siting of and existing use of a mobile home on the land for non-agricultural purposes
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-09-18
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- Thistledew Birdswell Lane Berrynarbor Ilfracombe Devon EX34 9SF
Extension and alterations including porch, veranda and terrace
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-05-15
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- Capel Cottage Berrynarbor Ilfracombe Devon EX34 9SX
Notification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of crown lifting and crown reduction of 3 Leylandii (T1-3), 3 Elm (T4-6 and 1 Ash trees (T7)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2023-10-04
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A brief summary of Berrynarbor in Devon

Property prices in Berrynarbor show an average sale price of £278,826, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 7 crimes reported in the Berrynarbor area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Berrynarbor has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Combe Martin, Berrynarbor. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Berrynarbor includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Napp's Cave SSSI, Exmoor Coastal Heaths SSSI, Hele, Samson's and Combe Martin Bays SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Devon; 1 National Parks: EXMOOR. 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 Berrynarbor

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Berrynarbor. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Berrynarbor.

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Berrynarbor were full planning applications (6), tree works (3), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.

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