How long do planning decisions take near Halberton?

The average planning decision time near Halberton is 45 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 Halberton?

The planning approval rate near Halberton is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Halberton?

The most common type of planning application near Halberton is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Halberton?

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Halberton, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Halberton, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

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

About Halberton

Halberton is a charming village and civil parish located in Devon, England, nestled between the historic market towns of Tiverton and Cullompton. The village is bordered by the scenic Grand Western Canal to the north and west, making it a picturesque spot for potential planning applications in the area.

Population: 1,883 (2021)

District: Mid Devon

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £306,433 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mid Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
LSOA: Mid Devon 005A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Halberton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Halberton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Halberton.

- 5 Lower Close Halberton Tiverton Devon EX16 7BA
Notification of intention to dismantle one stem of a Leylandii tree overhanging the boundary within the Conservation Area
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-04-18
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- Land and Buildings at NGR 300198 112341 South of 18A Lower Town Halberton Devon
Permission in Principle for the erection of up to two dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-04-02
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- Building at NGR 300526 112532 Bycott Farm Halberton Devon
Prior Approval for the change of use of an agricultural building to one dwelling under Class Q
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-03-09
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- 3 Pond Hill Halberton Tiverton Devon EX16 7AB
Notification of intention to fell 1 Mimosa tree and reduce the height of 1 Laurel tree by 3-4m within the Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2025-11-29
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- 43 High Street Halberton Tiverton Devon EX16 7AA
Notification of intention to fell 7 Cherry Trees and 1 Conifer; remove dead branches from 1 Cherry Tree within the Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2024-09-16
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- Cemetery Halberton Devon
Five Day Notification to fell 1 Silver Maple tree within the Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2024-06-29
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A brief summary of Halberton in Devon

Property prices in Halberton show an average sale price of £306,433, 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 Halberton a particularly low-crime area.

Halberton 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.

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Planning Activity in Halberton

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Halberton. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 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 Halberton.

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Halberton were tree works (4), amendments (3), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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