How long do planning decisions take near Collaton?

The average planning decision time near Collaton is 38 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 Collaton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Collaton?

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

How can I track planning applications near Collaton?

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Collaton, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Collaton, Devon.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £368,500 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Hams
Parliamentary constituency: South Devon
LSOA: South Hams 011C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Collaton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Collaton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Collaton.

- 3 Broad Down Close Malborough TQ7 3FA
Householder application for loft conversion of section of roof located over existing ground floor bedroom to create an additional bedroom with en-suite. New bedroom to be accessed from existing first
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-02-24
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- 86 Cumber Close Malborough TQ7 3DF
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-02-03
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A brief summary of Collaton in Devon

Collaton is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Collaton show an average sale price of £368,500, 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 Collaton a particularly low-crime area.

Collaton 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Collaton includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): South Devon. 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 Collaton

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Collaton. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 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 Collaton.

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Collaton were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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