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Planning in Budleigh Salterton

Approved
77%
47 of 52 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Budleigh Salterton

Budleigh Salterton is a picturesque seaside town located in East Devon, England, approximately 15 miles (24 km) southeast of Exeter. Nestled within the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it plays a significant role in the Budleigh electoral ward, which had a population of 7,671 as of the 2021 census. This charming town is an attractive location for planning applications, thanks to its scenic environment and community amenities. The town has a population of approximately 5,235 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Devon district.

Budleigh Salterton covers an area of approximately 434.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Budleigh Salterton show an average sale price of £468,580, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Budleigh Salterton has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Budleigh Salterton 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.budleighsalterton.org.uk.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Budleigh Salterton, 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, 101 planning applications were submitted near Budleigh Salterton. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were tree works (29), full planning applications (16), discharge of conditions (12). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Budleigh Salterton?
In the last 24 months, 101 planning applications were submitted near Budleigh Salterton. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Budleigh Salterton?
The average planning decision time near Budleigh Salterton 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 Budleigh Salterton?
The planning approval rate near Budleigh Salterton is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Budleigh Salterton?
The most common type of planning application near Budleigh Salterton is tree works applications, with 29 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Budleigh Salterton?
You can search and track planning applications near Budleigh Salterton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.