How long do planning decisions take near Smallmarsh?

The average planning decision time near Smallmarsh is 81 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 Smallmarsh?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Smallmarsh?

The most common type of planning application near Smallmarsh is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Smallmarsh?

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Smallmarsh, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Smallmarsh, Devon.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £406,136 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Torridge
Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
LSOA: Torridge 007C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Smallmarsh.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Smallmarsh based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Smallmarsh.

- Smallmarsh Farm High Bickington Umberleigh Devon EX37 9AT
Removal of a non-heritage internal partition and formation of en-suite
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Bartridge Farm Umberleigh Devon EX37 9AS
Demolition of agricultural building and erection of new dwelling (self build) (fallback position following approval 76496)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-08-13
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A brief summary of Smallmarsh in Devon

Smallmarsh is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Smallmarsh show an average sale price of £406,136, 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 Smallmarsh a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Smallmarsh includes 3 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, Smallmarsh 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 Smallmarsh

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Smallmarsh. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

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

The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Smallmarsh were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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