How long do planning decisions take near Landkey?

The average planning decision time near Landkey is 60 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 Landkey?

The planning approval rate near Landkey is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Landkey?

The most common type of planning application near Landkey is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Landkey, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Landkey, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Landkey are administered by North Devon District Council. View the full North Devon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Landkey

Landkey is a village and civil parish located in North Devon, England, with a population of 2,302 as recorded in the 2021 census. Nestled just 3 miles from Barnstaple, it plays a significant role in the electoral ward of Landkey, Swimbridge and Taw, making it an important area for potential planning applications and community developments.

Population: 2,175 (2021)

District: North Devon

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £271,417 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Devon
Parliamentary constituency: North Devon
LSOA: North Devon 012D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Landkey.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Landkey based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

12 planning applications found near Landkey.

- Bay View Cottage 2 Bowden Cottages Blakes Hill Road Landkey Barnstaple Devon EX32 0LR
Notification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of felling to ground level 3x Ash trees
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-03-03
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- 2 The Causeway Manor Road Landkey Barnstaple Devon EX32 0JJ
Notification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of removal of Ash tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-02-02
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- Glebe House Vicarage Road Landkey Barnstaple Devon EX32 0JR
Notification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of the removal of 2x Maple, 2x Pear, 1x Cherry, 1x Mulberry and 1x Persian Ironwood
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-01-19
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- Bay View Cottage 2 Bowden Cottages Blakes Hill Road Landkey Barnstaple Devon EX32 0LR
Notification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of crown reduction and crown lifting of 3 x Ash trees and felling of 1x Leyland Cypress
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-11-28
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- 14 Castle Mill Landkey Barnstaple Devon EX32 0FA
Single storey rear extension with balcony over and revised terracing to garden area
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-10-28
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- Prospect Gardens Blakes Hill Road Landkey Barnstaple Devon EX32 0JU
Notice of an application to modify a planning obligation under regulation 3 of the T & C P (modification & discharge of planning obligations) Regulations 1992 in respect of planning consent 65528
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-10-27
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- Appletree Cottage Blakes Hill Road Landkey Barnstaple Devon EX32 0NE
Installation of 4.5kw system that will compromise of 10 solar panels (to be fitted on the roof of the carport), a battery, an inverter and EV charger (all fitted inside the car port)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-02-28
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- Land off Harford Way Landkey Barnstaple Devon EX32 0FG
Erection of a new multi-use community building together with machinery store
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2024-12-11
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- Ladybirds Daycare Ltd Blakes Hill Road Landkey Barnstaple Devon EX32 0JQ
Approval of details in respect of discharge of condition 3 (Phase 1 Preliminary Contamination Assessment) attached to planning permission 77077 (Conversion of Nursery to Dwelling)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Devon | Date: 2024-02-28
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- 19 Loring Fields Landkey Barnstaple Devon EX32 0FB
Application for a non-material amendment to planning permission 76171 (two storey extension to side of property) in respect of changes to ground floor windows and doors
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: North Devon | Date: 2024-02-22
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- Appletree Cottage Blakes Hill Road Landkey Barnstaple Devon EX32 0NE
Demolition of lean to out-shut and replacement parapet extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2024-02-05
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- Land Bordering Harford Way Landkey Barnstaple Devon EX32 0FG
Erection of 3No. Dwellings
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2023-05-24
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A brief summary of Landkey in Devon

Property prices in Landkey show an average sale price of £271,417, 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 Landkey a particularly low-crime area.

Landkey has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Landkey Town, Landkey Newlands. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Landkey includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Landkey

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Landkey. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Landkey may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 60 days on average, decisions near Landkey slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Landkey were tree works (5), full planning applications (4), amendments (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.

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