How long do planning decisions take near Darracott (EX33)?

The average planning decision time near Darracott (EX33) is 54 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 Darracott (EX33)?

The planning approval rate near Darracott (EX33) is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Darracott (EX33)?

The most common type of planning application near Darracott (EX33) is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Darracott (EX33)?

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Darracott (EX33), Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Darracott (EX33), Devon.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Devon
Parliamentary constituency: North Devon
LSOA: North Devon 004C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Darracott (EX33).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Darracott (EX33).

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Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
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Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Darracott (EX33) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Darracott (EX33).

- Land off Bottoms Lane Darracott Devon EX33 1JY
Demolition of equestrian buildings and erection of a local needs self-build dwelling and associated landscaping
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-05-05
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- Land South East of Bottoms Lane Easting:247427 Northing:139253 Darracott Georgeham Braunton Devon EX33 1JY
Demolition of barns & equestrian buildings and erection of a self-build, local needs dwelling, associated parking and landscaping
Status: Unresolved | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2024-03-20
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A brief summary of Darracott (EX33) in Devon

Darracott (EX33) is a settlement located in Devon, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Darracott (EX33) a particularly low-crime area.

Darracott (EX33) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Georgeham. 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 Darracott (EX33) includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North 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 Darracott (EX33)

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Darracott (EX33). Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Darracott (EX33).

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Darracott (EX33) were full planning applications (5), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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