How long do planning decisions take near Stoford Water?

The average planning decision time near Stoford Water is 41 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 Stoford Water?

The planning approval rate near Stoford Water is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stoford Water?

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

How can I track planning applications near Stoford Water?

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Stoford Water, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stoford Water, Devon.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £324,500 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mid Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
LSOA: Mid Devon 006D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stoford Water.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stoford Water based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Stoford Water.

- Land at NGR 307000 108214 (South East of Woodlands) Kentisbeare Devon
Permission in Principle for the erection of up to 9 dwellings
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-01-30
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A brief summary of Stoford Water in Devon

Stoford Water is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Stoford Water show an average sale price of £324,500, 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 Stoford Water a particularly low-crime area.

Stoford Water has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Stoford Water includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Blackdown Hills. 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 Stoford Water

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Stoford Water. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 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 Stoford Water.

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Stoford Water were outline applications (1), tree works (1).

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