East Putford, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near East Putford, Devon.
Devon · England · settlement
About East Putford
East Putford is a quaint civil parish located in the Torridge district of Devon, England, positioned between the towns of Holsworthy and Bideford. Surrounded by the parishes of Parkham, Buckland Brewer, Bulkworthy, West Putford, and Woolfardisworthy, this small settlement had a population of 103 as of the 2001 census, reflecting a slight decline from its 1901 figure of 125. For those researching planning applications in the area, East Putford offers a serene rural setting with a close-knit community.
Population: 133 (2021)
District: Torridge
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Property Prices
Average property sale price: £348,854 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cornwall
- Parliamentary constituency: North Cornwall
- LSOA: Cornwall 002C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near East Putford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near East Putford.
- 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 East Putford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near East Putford.
- - Raleigh East Putford Holsworthy Devon EX22 7UG
Construction of an ensuite bathroom
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Torridge | Date: 2025-05-21
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A brief summary of East Putford in Devon
East Putford is a quaint civil parish located in the Torridge district of Devon, England, positioned between the towns of Holsworthy and Bideford. Surrounded by the parishes of Parkham, Buckland Brewer, Bulkworthy, West Putford, and Woolfardisworthy, this small settlement had a population of 103 as of the 2001 census, reflecting a slight decline from its 1901 figure of 125. For those researching planning applications in the area, East Putford offers a serene rural setting with a close-knit community. The settlement has a population of approximately 133 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Torridge district.
Property prices in East Putford 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 East Putford a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around East Putford includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Kismeldon Meadows SSSI, Common Moor, East Putford SSSI; 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Putford 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.
Planning Activity in East Putford
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near East Putford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near East Putford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near East Putford were listed building and heritage (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.