How long do planning decisions take near Coleford?

The average planning decision time near Coleford is 43 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 Coleford?

The planning approval rate near Coleford is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Coleford?

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

How can I track planning applications near Coleford?

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Coleford, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Coleford, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

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

About Coleford

Coleford is a charming hamlet located in Mid-Devon, England, featuring essential amenities such as The New Inn pub, renowned for its long-time resident parrot, Captain. The area also boasts a local park, making it a quaint community ideal for those exploring planning applications in this picturesque part of the countryside.

District: Colebrooke

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £304,711 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mid Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
LSOA: Mid Devon 011D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Coleford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Coleford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Coleford.

- Land at NGR 277196 101025 Coleford Devon
Change of use of land to domestic to include the formation of vehicular access and parking area
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2025-02-22
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A brief summary of Coleford in Devon

Property prices in Coleford show an average sale price of £304,711, 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 Coleford a particularly low-crime area.

Coleford has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.

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Planning Activity in Coleford

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Coleford. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 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 Coleford.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Coleford were full planning applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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