How long do planning decisions take near Southcott?

The average planning decision time near Southcott is 65 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 Southcott?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Southcott?

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

How can I track planning applications near Southcott?

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Southcott, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Southcott, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

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

District: Okehampton Hamlets

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Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Southcott.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Southcott based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Southcott.

- Southcott Stables Frithelstock Torrington Devon EX38 8LD
Replacement of conservatory and creation of two storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2025-09-17
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A brief summary of Southcott in Devon

Southcott is a settlement located in Devon, England. It sits within the Okehampton Hamlets district.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Southcott a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Southcott includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Southcott

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Southcott. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

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

At 65 days on average, decisions near Southcott slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Southcott were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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