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Planning in Kilmington

Approved
85%
11 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Kilmington

Kilmington is a village located near Axminster in East Devon, accessible via the A35 road. As of the 2021 Census, Kilmington has a population of 925 and is a significant part of the Newbridges electoral ward, which has a total population of 2,358. This data is relevant for anyone researching planning applications in the area, as it reflects the community's size and governance structure. The settlement has a population of approximately 926 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Devon district.

Kilmington covers an area of approximately 727.2 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 Kilmington show an average sale price of £318,791, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kilmington 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 Kilmington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kilmington 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 Kilmington, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Kilmington. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (5), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kilmington?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Kilmington. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kilmington?
The average planning decision time near Kilmington is 67 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 Kilmington?
The planning approval rate near Kilmington is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kilmington?
The most common type of planning application near Kilmington is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kilmington?
You can search and track planning applications near Kilmington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.