How long do planning decisions take near East Worlington?

The average planning decision time near East Worlington is 41 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 East Worlington?

The planning approval rate near East Worlington is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near East Worlington?

The most common type of planning application near East Worlington is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near East Worlington?

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East Worlington, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near East Worlington, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

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

About East Worlington

Population: 220 (2021)

District: North Devon

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £336,328 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near East Worlington.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Worlington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near East Worlington.

- Lower Orchard House East Worlington Crediton Devon EX17 4TS
Erection of a double garage with ancillary rooms
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-03-06
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- East Worlington House East Worlington Crediton Devon EX17 4TS
Application for Listed Building Consent for replacement of existing rear french windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Devon | Date: 2024-01-10
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A brief summary of East Worlington in Devon

East Worlington is a civil parish and hamlet located in North Devon, England. As part of the North Devon administrative area, it offers a rural setting that may impact local planning applications and development opportunities in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 220 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Devon district.

Property prices in East Worlington show an average sale price of £336,328, 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 Worlington a particularly low-crime area.

East Worlington 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around East Worlington includes 6 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 East Worlington

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near East Worlington. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near East Worlington may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 41 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 Worlington were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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