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Planning in Pottington

Approved
98%
57 of 57 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Pottington in the last 24 months, from North Devon District Council's planning register.

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Around Pottington

Postcode districts

EX31 268 applications in the last 12 monthsEX32 134 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: North Devon District Council

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About Pottington

Pottington is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Pottington show an average sale price of £303,858, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Pottington area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Pottington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Pottington has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pottington 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Pottington, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 105 planning applications were submitted near Pottington. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (26), listed building and heritage (19), discharge of conditions (10). 6 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pottington?
In the last 24 months, 105 planning applications were submitted near Pottington. The approval rate is 98%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pottington?
The average planning decision time near Pottington is 66 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 Pottington?
The planning approval rate near Pottington is 98%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pottington?
The most common type of planning application near Pottington is full planning applications, with 26 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pottington?
You can search and track planning applications near Pottington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.