How long do planning decisions take near Buckland Brewer?

The average planning decision time near Buckland Brewer is 52 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 Buckland Brewer?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Buckland Brewer?

The most common type of planning application near Buckland Brewer is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Buckland Brewer?

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Buckland Brewer, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Buckland Brewer, Devon.

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

About Buckland Brewer

Buckland Brewer is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Torridge district of Devon, England, approximately 4.7 miles south of Bideford. Once part of Shebbear Hundred, the parish had a population of 794 according to the 2011 census. It falls within the Waldon electoral ward, which had a combined population of 1,679 at the same time, making it a small yet vibrant community for potential planning applications.

Population: 906 (2021)

District: Torridge

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Area Information

Admin district: Torridge
Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
LSOA: Torridge 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Buckland Brewer.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Buckland Brewer based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Buckland Brewer.

- A & A Storage The Works Gorwood Road Buckland Brewer Devon EX39 5LT
Non-material amendment to planning approval 1/2231/2004/REM (Plans Schedule Condition)
Status: Permitted | Council: Torridge | Date: 2024-02-23
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- Santa Maria Gorwood Road Buckland Brewer Bideford Devon EX39 5LR
Certificate of proposed lawful use for a ground floor single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Torridge | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Buckland Brewer in Devon

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

Buckland Brewer has one conservation area within its boundaries: Buckland Brewer. 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 Buckland Brewer includes 5 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 Buckland Brewer

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Buckland Brewer. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

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

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Buckland Brewer were full planning applications (2), amendments (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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