How long do planning decisions take near Gammaton Moor?

The average planning decision time near Gammaton Moor is 29 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 Gammaton Moor?

The planning approval rate near Gammaton Moor is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Gammaton Moor?

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

How can I track planning applications near Gammaton Moor?

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Gammaton Moor, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gammaton Moor, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Gammaton Moor are administered by Torridge District Council. View the full Torridge District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £289,977 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Torridge
Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
LSOA: Torridge 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gammaton Moor based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Gammaton Moor.

- Moorlands Gammaton Bideford Devon EX39 4QE
Single storey side extensions, demolition of existing garage and construction of new workshop with annexe above
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2022-01-26
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- Higher Huxhill Gammaton Bideford Devon EX39 4QG
Alterations including slate roof finish throughout, first floor extension to east, single storey extension to north and west and new porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2021-03-24
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- Land At Moorlands Gammaton Cross Bideford Devon EX39 4QE
Change of use of land for creation of private manege together with lighting and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2012-09-28
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- Moorlands Gammaton Bideford Devon EX39 4QE
Erection of a first floor balcony for domestic use
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2012-08-15
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- Higher Huxhill Farm Gammaton Bideford Devon EX39 4QG
Removal of existing agricultural building and provision of new building for housing of cattle
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2010-09-28
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- Moorlands Gammaton Cross Bideford
Construction of extensions to existing bungalow with the addition of living accommodation in new roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2004-02-27
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- Moorlands Gammaton Cross Bideford
CONVERSION FROM BUNGALOW TO HOUSE
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2003-03-05
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- Moorlands Gammaton Cross Bideford
CONVERSION FROM BUNGALOW TO HOUSE
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2002-10-24
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A brief summary of Gammaton Moor in Devon

Gammaton Moor is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Gammaton Moor show an average sale price of £289,977, 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 Gammaton Moor a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Gammaton Moor includes 7 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 Gammaton Moor

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Gammaton Moor. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 29 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 Gammaton Moor.

The average decision time of 29 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Gammaton Moor were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), other applications (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, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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