How long do planning decisions take near Harpford?

The average planning decision time near Harpford is 102 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Harpford?

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

How can I track planning applications near Harpford?

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Harpford, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Harpford, Devon.

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About Harpford

Harpford is a quaint village located in the civil parish of Newton Poppleford and Harpford, within the East Devon district of Devon, England. Situated less than a mile northeast of Newton Poppleford, it lies on the eastern bank of the River Otter, making it a picturesque area that may be of interest for planning applications and developments in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £420,543 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Exmouth and Exeter East
LSOA: East Devon 013B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Harpford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Harpford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Harpford.

- Land At Harpford
Discharge of conditions for 24/2123/FUL : Condition 5 (landscaping scheme)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: East Devon | Date: 2025-04-16
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A brief summary of Harpford in Devon

Property prices in Harpford show an average sale price of £420,543, 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 Harpford a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Harpford includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): East Devon. 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 Harpford

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Harpford. The average decision time was 102 days.

With an average of 102 days, decisions near Harpford 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 Harpford were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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