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Planning in Heanton Punchardon

Approved
67%
8 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Heanton Punchardon in the last 24 months, from North Devon District Council's planning register.

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About Heanton Punchardon

Heanton Punchardon is a village and civil parish located just east-southeast of Braunton in North Devon. Nestled on the north bank of the River Taw estuary, it is bordered by several parishes including Braunton, Marwood, and Fremington. The area, which includes the localities of Wrafton and Chivenor, had a population of 404 in 1901 and is part of an electoral ward that totaled 2,673 residents as of the 2011 census, making it a relevant location for those researching planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,600 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Devon district.

Property prices in Heanton Punchardon show an average sale price of £303,858, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Heanton Punchardon area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Heanton Punchardon a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Heanton Punchardon has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Heanton Punchardon 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Heanton Punchardon, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Heanton Punchardon. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (8), full planning applications (5), outline applications (2). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Heanton Punchardon?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Heanton Punchardon. The approval rate is 67%.
How long do planning decisions take near Heanton Punchardon?
The average planning decision time near Heanton Punchardon is 38 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 Heanton Punchardon?
The planning approval rate near Heanton Punchardon is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Heanton Punchardon?
The most common type of planning application near Heanton Punchardon is discharge of conditions, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Heanton Punchardon?
You can search and track planning applications near Heanton Punchardon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.