How long do planning decisions take near Moortown (EX22)?

The average planning decision time near Moortown (EX22) 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 Moortown (EX22)?

The planning approval rate near Moortown (EX22) is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Moortown (EX22)?

The most common type of planning application near Moortown (EX22) is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Moortown (EX22)?

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Moortown (EX22), Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Moortown (EX22), Devon.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £348,854 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Torridge
Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
LSOA: Torridge 008D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Moortown (EX22).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Moortown (EX22).

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 Moortown (EX22) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Moortown (EX22).

- Dung Store At Grid Reference 233013 096511 Tetcott Devon
Roof over existing dung store
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-01-05
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- Land At Grid Reference 233143 096814 Tetcott Devon
Erection of 1no. dwelling
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2025-05-23
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- Land At Grid Reference 232957 096592 Tetcott Devon
Roofing over of existing dung store
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2024-06-14
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A brief summary of Moortown (EX22) in Devon

Moortown (EX22) is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Moortown (EX22) show an average sale price of £348,854, 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 Moortown (EX22) a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Moortown (EX22) includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Moortown (EX22) 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.

Planning Activity in Moortown (EX22)

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Moortown (EX22). Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 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 Moortown (EX22).

At 60 days on average, decisions near Moortown (EX22) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Moortown (EX22) were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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