How long do planning decisions take near Priestacott?

The average planning decision time near Priestacott is 39 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 Priestacott?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Priestacott?

The most common type of planning application near Priestacott is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Priestacott?

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Priestacott, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Priestacott, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £348,854 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Torridge
Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
LSOA: Torridge 008C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Priestacott.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Priestacott based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Priestacott.

- Silage Clamp At Grid Reference 242131 106002 Bradford Devon
Roof over existing silage clamp
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-01-14
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A brief summary of Priestacott in Devon

Priestacott is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Priestacott show an average sale price of £348,854, 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 Priestacott a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Priestacott includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dunsland Park SSSI; 2 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 Priestacott

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Priestacott. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

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

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Priestacott were full planning applications (1), amendments (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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