How long do planning decisions take near Crowden?

The average planning decision time near Crowden is 94 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 Crowden?

The planning approval rate near Crowden is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Crowden?

The most common type of planning application near Crowden is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Crowden?

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Crowden, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Crowden, Devon.

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About Crowden

Northlew is a charming village and civil parish located in the West Devon district of Devon, England. The parish also includes the hamlets of West Kimber and East Kimber to the west of the village. As part of the Lew Valley electoral ward, Northlew had a population of 2,024 according to the 2011 census, making it an essential area for potential planning applications and local development initiatives.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £279,934 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
LSOA: West Devon 001B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Crowden.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Crowden based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Crowden.

- Crowden Farm Crowden Northlew EX20 3NE
Application for variation of condition 8 (Occupation of Annexe) of planning consent 0930/18/HHO
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-02-03
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A brief summary of Crowden in Devon

Property prices in Crowden show an average sale price of £279,934, 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 Crowden a particularly low-crime area.

Crowden has one conservation area within its boundaries: Northlew. 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 Crowden includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Whiddon Moor, Luckroft and Odham Marshes SSSI, Hollow Moor & Odham Moor SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Culm Grasslands. 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 Crowden

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Crowden. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 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 Crowden.

With an average of 94 days, decisions near Crowden take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Crowden were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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