How long do planning decisions take near Uton?

The average planning decision time near Uton is 115 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 Uton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Uton?

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

How can I track planning applications near Uton?

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Uton, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Uton, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £330,534 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mid Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
LSOA: Mid Devon 011C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Uton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Uton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Uton.

- Ladywell Uton Crediton Devon EX17 3QJ
Permission in Principle for the conversion of an outbuilding to residential dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-02-18
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A brief summary of Uton in Devon

Uton is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Uton show an average sale price of £330,534, 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 Uton a particularly low-crime area.

Uton 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 Uton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Posbury Clump SSSI; 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 Uton

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Uton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 115 days.

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

With an average of 115 days, decisions near Uton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Uton were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), amendments (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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