How long do planning decisions take near Musbury?

The average planning decision time near Musbury is 47 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 Musbury?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Musbury?

The most common type of planning application near Musbury is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Musbury?

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Musbury, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Musbury, Devon.

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About Musbury

Musbury is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Devon district, approximately 2 miles from Colyton and 2.5 miles from Axminster. Accessible via the A358 road, it is situated within the East Devon Area of Natural Beauty and is part of the scenic East Devon Way footpath. The village boasts essential amenities, including a post office, primary school, public house, fuel station, and church, with a population of 543 recorded in the 2011 census, making it a charming locale for potential planning applications.

Population: 558 (2021) · Area: 858.4 km²

District: East Devon

Website: http://www.musburyvillage.co.uk

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £380,295 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Honiton and Sidmouth
LSOA: East Devon 005B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Musbury.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Musbury based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Musbury.

- 4 Higher Doatshayne Lane Musbury EX13 8BG
Installation of a Platform lift alongside pedestrian stepped access to front elevation of property.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-05-13
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- May House Musbury Axminster EX13 8AR
Variation of Condition 2 (approved plans) and 4 (obscure glazing and window opening restrictions) of planning permission 25/2291/FUL (proposed conversion and change of use of an existing barn into a r
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-03-11
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- May House Musbury Axminster EX13 8AR
Yew: reduce the crown by approximately 2.5m with maximum diameter cuts of less than 70mm to achieve less than a 30% crown reduction; maintain a clearance of 0.5m from telecommunications line and 0.8m
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: East Devon | Date: 2024-10-23
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- May House Musbury Axminster EX13 8AR
Yew: pollard, leaving a trunk height of approximately 6m with branches being cut back to a union with the trunk.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Devon | Date: 2024-08-21
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- 2 Drakes Farm Musbury Axminster EX13 8AJ
Retrospective - roofing over open weeping wall farm manure store
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2024-01-24
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A brief summary of Musbury in Devon

Musbury covers an area of approximately 858.4 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 Musbury show an average sale price of £380,295, 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 Musbury a particularly low-crime area.

Musbury has one conservation area within its boundaries: Musbury. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Musbury includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Axe SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): East Devon; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Axe. 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, Musbury planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.musburyvillage.co.uk. 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 Musbury

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Musbury. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

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

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Musbury were tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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