How long do planning decisions take near Narfords?

The average planning decision time near Narfords is 181 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 Narfords?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Narfords?

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

How can I track planning applications near Narfords?

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Narfords, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Narfords, Devon.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £306,510 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dorset
Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
LSOA: Dorset 023D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Narfords.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Narfords based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Narfords.

- Ridge Hill Farm Wambrook Chard TA20 3ER
Fibre cement roof over slurry pit, supported on metal frame
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2018-08-28
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- Waggon House And Piggeries Cotley Farm Green Lane Wambrook Chard Somerset
Conversion, extension and alterations to Waggon House and Piggeries into 1 No. dwelling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2016-08-23
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- Waggon House And Piggeries Cotley Farm Green Lane Wambrook Chard Somerset
Conversion, extension and alteration of existing wagon house and piggeries into artists studios and workshops (GR 330002/106879)
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2013-12-19
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- Cotley Farm Green Lane Wambrook Chard Somerset TA20 3EP
The carrying out of internal and external alterations to barns. (GR 329951/106847)
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2011-11-15
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- Cotley Farm Green Lane Wambrook Chard Somerset TA20 3EP
The carrying out of internal and external alterations to convert existing engine shed to a WC. (GR 329970/106855)
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2010-06-23
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- Cotley Farm Green Lane Wambrook Chard Somerset TA20 3EP
Repair/replacement of 3 no. windows, boarding to west gable, new staircase and alterations to first floor of cottage and re-opening of two existing internal doorways. (GR 329951/106847)
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2008-06-23
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- Cotley Farm Green Lane Wambrook Chard Somerset TA20 3EP
Strengthening and repair works to tythe barn. (GR 329951/106847)
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2007-09-27
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- 1 Cotley Farm Green Lane Wambrook Chard Somerset
Conversion of barns into 2 dwellings and change of use of barns into office/studio (GR 329965/106887)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2003-09-22
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- 1 Cotley Farm Green Lane Wambrook Chard Somerset
COnversions of barns into 2 dwellings and change of use of barns into offices/studio (GR 329965/106887)
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2003-09-22
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A brief summary of Narfords in Devon

Narfords is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Narfords show an average sale price of £306,510, 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 Narfords a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Narfords includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Blackdown Hills. 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 Narfords

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Narfords. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 181 days.

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

With an average of 181 days, decisions near Narfords take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 7-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Narfords were full planning applications (2), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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