How long do planning decisions take near Copplestone?

The average planning decision time near Copplestone is 53 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 Copplestone?

The planning approval rate near Copplestone is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Copplestone?

The most common type of planning application near Copplestone is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Copplestone?

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Copplestone, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Copplestone, Devon.

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

About Copplestone

Copplestone is a village and civil parish located in Mid Devon, England, notable for its development around the historic Copleston Cross, which marks the meeting point of three ancient ecclesiastical parishes: Colebrooke, Crediton, and Down St Mary. As a relatively recent settlement without its own church, Copplestone offers a unique context for planning applications, reflecting its evolving character and infrastructure within the region.

Population: 1,475 (2021)

District: Mid Devon

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Area Information

Admin district: Mid Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
LSOA: Mid Devon 010C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Copplestone.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Copplestone based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Copplestone in Devon

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

Copplestone 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 Copplestone

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Copplestone. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 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 Copplestone.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Copplestone were full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 71% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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