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Planning in Braunton

Approved
79%
26 of 30 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Braunton

Braunton, located 5 miles west of Barnstaple in Devon, is a large village and civil parish with a population of 10,217 as of the 2021 census. It features the fertile Braunton Great Field and the scenic Braunton Burrows, a key area of the North Devon Biosphere Reserve. The village is also home to Saunton Sands, a renowned surfing beach that attracts visitors from the South West and beyond, making it an important location for various planning applications related to tourism and environmental conservation. The settlement has a population of approximately 8,203 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Devon district.

Property prices in Braunton show an average sale price of £441,880, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Braunton 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 Braunton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Braunton has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Braunton 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 Braunton, 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, 54 planning applications were submitted near Braunton. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (21), amendments (6), discharge of conditions (5).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Braunton?
In the last 24 months, 54 planning applications were submitted near Braunton. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Braunton?
The average planning decision time near Braunton is 56 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 Braunton?
The planning approval rate near Braunton is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Braunton?
The most common type of planning application near Braunton is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Braunton?
You can search and track planning applications near Braunton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.