How long do planning decisions take near Derriton?

The average planning decision time near Derriton is 119 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 Derriton?

The planning approval rate near Derriton is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Derriton?

The most common type of planning application near Derriton is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Derriton?

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Derriton, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Derriton, Devon.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £348,854 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Torridge
Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
LSOA: Torridge 009B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Derriton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Derriton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Derriton.

- The Paddock Derriton Holsworthy Devon EX22 6JU
Change of use from agricultural building to holiday let
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-03-16
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- The Paddock Derriton Holsworthy Devon EX22 6JU
Change of use to holiday letting
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2024-05-16
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A brief summary of Derriton in Devon

Derriton is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Derriton show an average sale price of £348,854, 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 Derriton a particularly low-crime area.

Derriton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Holsworthy. 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 Derriton includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Derriton

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Derriton. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 119 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 Derriton.

With an average of 119 days, decisions near Derriton 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 Derriton were discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (2), 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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