North Molton, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near North Molton, Devon.
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About North Molton
North Molton is a village and parish located in North Devon, England, covering approximately 15,000 acres and bordered by Somerset to the northeast. Historically significant for its woollen industry until the 18th century, it also saw mining as a key employer until the 19th century. The population has seen a decline from 1,047 in 2001 to 721 in 2011, with an electoral ward of the same name reporting a population of 2,206 at the last census, making it an area of interest for planning applications and local development initiatives.
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Area Information
- Admin district: North Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: North Devon
- LSOA: North Devon 013A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near North Molton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near North Molton.
- 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 North Molton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near North Molton.
- - 7 Oakford Villas North Molton South Molton Devon EX36 3HN
Two storey side extension to dwelling over existing garage together with internal alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - Land adjacent to North Molton Primary School Fore Street North Molton South Molton Devon EX36 3HL
Application for a non-material amendment to planning permission 77479 (Reserved matters application for appearance, landscaping, layout and scale in respect of outline application 66372 (up to 45 dwel
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-10-31
View full details - - Lower Poole Farm Fore Street North Molton Devon EX36 3HL
Notice of application to modify a planning obligation under regulation 3 of the T & C P (modification & discharge of planning obligations) Regulations 1192 in respect of removal of affordable housing
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Devon | Date: 2024-05-24
View full details - - Poltimore Inn East Street North Molton South Molton Devon EX36 3HR
Creation of terrace to rear of public house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2024-02-02
View full details - - Land at Underhill Farm Underhill Farm North Molton Devon EX36 3HG
Access improvement and siting of 2 holiday lodges together with associated works
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2023-03-22
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A brief summary of North Molton in Devon
North Molton is a village and parish located in North Devon, England, covering approximately 15,000 acres and bordered by Somerset to the northeast. Historically significant for its woollen industry until the 18th century, it also saw mining as a key employer until the 19th century. The population has seen a decline from 1,047 in 2001 to 721 in 2011, with an electoral ward of the same name reporting a population of 2,206 at the last census, making it an area of interest for planning applications and local development initiatives.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes North Molton a particularly low-crime area.
North Molton has one conservation area within its boundaries: North Molton. 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 North Molton includes 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: EXMOOR. 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 North Molton
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near North Molton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near North Molton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 59 days on average, decisions near North Molton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near North Molton were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 3 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.
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