How long do planning decisions take near Riverton?

The average planning decision time near Riverton is 34 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 Riverton?

The planning approval rate near Riverton is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Riverton?

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

How can I track planning applications near Riverton?

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Riverton, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Riverton, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Riverton are administered by North Devon District Council. View the full North Devon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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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 008A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Riverton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Riverton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Riverton.

- Land at Yeoland Lane Riverton Swimbridge Barnstaple Devon EX32 0QU
Erection of mixed use agricultural building
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-03-30
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- Land at Yeoland Lane Riverton Swimbridge Devon EX32 0QU
Prior notification for erection of one agricultural storage building
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-02-11
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A brief summary of Riverton in Devon

Riverton is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Riverton 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 Riverton a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Riverton includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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

Planning Activity in Riverton

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Riverton. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 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 Riverton.

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Riverton were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (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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