How long do planning decisions take near Broadwoodwidger?

The average planning decision time near Broadwoodwidger is 110 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 Broadwoodwidger?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Broadwoodwidger?

The most common type of planning application near Broadwoodwidger is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Broadwoodwidger?

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Broadwoodwidger, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Broadwoodwidger, Devon.

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About Broadwoodwidger

Broadwoodwidger is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Torridge district of Devon, England, with a population of 548 according to the 2001 census. Situated just north of the A30 road, it lies approximately eight miles east of Launceston in Cornwall and 13 miles west of Okehampton. The village enjoys proximity to Roadford Reservoir to the north-east and features the River Wolf flowing nearby at the base of its hillside, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to rural development and environmental considerations.

Population: 660 (2021)

District: Torridge

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £412,384 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
LSOA: West Devon 004D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Broadwoodwidger.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Broadwoodwidger based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Broadwoodwidger.

- Land At Grid Reference 241152 089002 Opposite Tehidy Broadwoodwidger Devon PL16 0JH
Permission in Principle for construction of up two dwellings
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Torridge | Date: 2025-01-29
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A brief summary of Broadwoodwidger in Devon

Property prices in Broadwoodwidger show an average sale price of £412,384, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Broadwoodwidger includes 3 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 Broadwoodwidger

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Broadwoodwidger. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 110 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 Broadwoodwidger.

With an average of 110 days, decisions near Broadwoodwidger take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Broadwoodwidger were outline applications (1).

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