Northleigh (EX32), Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Northleigh (EX32), Devon.
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About Northleigh (EX32)
Northleigh is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Devon district of England. Situated about 3.5 miles (5.6 km) from the nearest town, Colyton, it offers a picturesque setting for potential planning applications within the area.
Population: 149 (2021) · Area: 472.7 km²
District: East 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 006B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Northleigh (EX32).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Northleigh (EX32).
- 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 Northleigh (EX32) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Northleigh (EX32).
- - Dean Rise Northleigh Hill Goodleigh Barnstaple Devon EX32 7NP
Outline application for erection of a dwelling with Landscaping reserved
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - The Old Rectory Goodleigh Barnstaple Devon EX32 7NU
Application for consent for works to trees covered by a tree preservation order in respect of reduction to extended lateral limbs over driveway 2x Ash (T1 and T2) and crown lifting of 1x Beech (T3)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - The Rectory Goodleigh Barnstaple Devon EX32 7NU
Application for consent for works to trees covered by a Tree Preservation Order in respect crown reduction of 1x Cypress (T1) and 1x Alder (T2) and removal of 2x Ash (T3 & T4)
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - Bampfield Farm Northleigh Hill Goodleigh Barnstaple Devon EX32 7NR
Approval of details in respect of discharge of conditions 8 (Biodiversity Gain Plan) & 9 (HMMP) attached to planning permission 80589 (Erection of one compliant slurry tower to achieve 6 months slurry
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-10-27
View full details - - Land adjacent Jade Valley Goodleigh Road Barnstaple Devon EX32 7NU
Erection of one self-build residential dwelling, detached garage and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2023-03-29
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A brief summary of Northleigh (EX32) in Devon
Northleigh is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Devon district of England. Situated about 3.5 miles (5.6 km) from the nearest town, Colyton, it offers a picturesque setting for potential planning applications within the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 149 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Devon district.
Northleigh (EX32) covers an area of approximately 472.7 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 Northleigh (EX32) 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 Northleigh (EX32) a particularly low-crime area.
Northleigh (EX32) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Goodleigh. 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 Northleigh (EX32) includes 12 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Northleigh (EX32)
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Northleigh (EX32). Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 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 Northleigh (EX32).
The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Northleigh (EX32) were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.