How long do planning decisions take near Stag's Head?

The average planning decision time near Stag's Head 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 Stag's Head?

The planning approval rate near Stag's Head is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stag's Head?

The most common type of planning application near Stag's Head is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stag's Head?

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Stag's Head, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stag's Head, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Stag's Head 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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Area Information

Admin district: North Devon
Parliamentary constituency: North Devon
LSOA: North Devon 007D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stag's Head.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stag's Head.

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 Stag's Head based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Stag's Head.

- The Wood Yard The Old Sawmills Filleigh Barnstaple Devon EX32 0RN Devon
Siting and use of rural workers dwelling and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-03-05
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- The Wood Yard The Old Sawmills Filleigh Barnstaple Devon EX32 0RN
Siting and use of rural workers dwelling and associated works
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-12-19
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A brief summary of Stag's Head in Devon

Stag's Head is a settlement located in Devon, England.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Stag's Head includes 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 Stag's Head

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Stag's Head. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 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 Stag's Head.

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 Stag's Head were full planning applications (2), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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