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10 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Colyton · updated daily · East Devon District Council

Planning in Colyton

Approved
96%
26 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Colyton

Postcode districts

EX24 65 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: East Devon District Council

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About Colyton

Colyton is a town situated in East Devon, England, nestled along the River Coly. Located just 3 miles from Seaton and 6 miles from Axminster, it serves as a key component of the Coly Valley electoral ward, which had a population of 4,493 as of the 2011 Census. With a population decline from 2,783 in 1991 to 2,105 in 2011, Colyton presents a unique context for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,278 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Devon district.

Colyton covers an area of approximately 2574.3 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 Colyton show an average sale price of £473,214, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Colyton area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Colyton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Colyton has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Colyton 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.colyton.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Colyton, 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, 44 planning applications were submitted near Colyton. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were tree works (9), full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Colyton?
In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Colyton. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Colyton?
The average planning decision time near Colyton 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 Colyton?
The planning approval rate near Colyton is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Colyton?
The most common type of planning application near Colyton is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Colyton?
You can search and track planning applications near Colyton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.