How long do planning decisions take near Heath Cross (EX17)?

The average planning decision time near Heath Cross (EX17) is 48 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 Heath Cross (EX17)?

The planning approval rate near Heath Cross (EX17) is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Heath Cross (EX17)?

The most common type of planning application near Heath Cross (EX17) is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Heath Cross (EX17)?

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Heath Cross (EX17), Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Heath Cross (EX17), Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Heath Cross (EX17) are administered by Mid Devon District Council. View the full Mid Devon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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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 Heath Cross (EX17).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Heath Cross (EX17).

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 Heath Cross (EX17) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Heath Cross (EX17).

- Daveys Platt Spreyton Crediton Devon EX17 5BH
Construction of 4 dwellings (affordable homes) associated external works and new access to highway.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2002-03-13
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- Daveys Platt Spreyton Crediton Devon EX17 5BH
Outline application for the erection of four dwellings (affordable homes) including highway realignment and traffic calming 'gateways'
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2001-11-05
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A brief summary of Heath Cross (EX17) in Devon

Heath Cross (EX17) is a settlement located in Devon, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Heath Cross (EX17) a particularly low-crime area.

Heath Cross (EX17) 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 Heath Cross (EX17)

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Heath Cross (EX17). Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 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 Heath Cross (EX17).

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Heath Cross (EX17) were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 20% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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