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Planning in Honiton

Approved
84%
43 of 46 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Honiton

Honiton is a vibrant market town and civil parish located in East Devon, approximately 17 miles northeast of Exeter, alongside the River Otter. With a population of around 12,154, it serves as a key area for planning applications, reflecting its growing community and local development needs. The town has a population of approximately 11,334 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Devon district.

Honiton covers an area of approximately 1265.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Honiton show an average sale price of £262,438, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Honiton 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 Honiton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Honiton has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Honiton 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.honiton.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Honiton, 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, 77 planning applications were submitted near Honiton. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), discharge of conditions (10), tree works (9).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Honiton?
In the last 24 months, 77 planning applications were submitted near Honiton. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Honiton?
The average planning decision time near Honiton is 49 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 Honiton?
The planning approval rate near Honiton is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Honiton?
The most common type of planning application near Honiton is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Honiton?
You can search and track planning applications near Honiton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.