Washford Pyne, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Washford Pyne, Devon.
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Planning applications in Washford Pyne are administered by Mid Devon District Council. View the full Mid Devon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Washford Pyne
Washford Pyne is a quaint village and civil parish located in Devon, England, approximately 7 miles northeast of Morchard Road railway station and 8 miles north by west of Crediton. This rural setting offers potential for planning applications, with its serene landscape and community-focused atmosphere, making it an appealing option for development projects.
Population: 106 (2021)
District: Mid Devon
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £336,328 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Mid Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
- LSOA: Mid Devon 009C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Washford Pyne.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Washford Pyne.
- 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 Washford Pyne based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Washford Pyne.
- - Land at NGR 281381 111614 Washford Barton Washford Pyne Devon
Prior Approval for the erection of an agricultural building to cover existing cattle handling facility
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-03-14
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A brief summary of Washford Pyne in Devon
Washford Pyne is a quaint village and civil parish located in Devon, England, approximately 7 miles northeast of Morchard Road railway station and 8 miles north by west of Crediton. This rural setting offers potential for planning applications, with its serene landscape and community-focused atmosphere, making it an appealing option for development projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 106 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Devon district.
Property prices in Washford Pyne show an average sale price of £336,328, 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 Washford Pyne a particularly low-crime area.
Washford Pyne 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 Washford Pyne 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Washford Pyne 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 Washford Pyne
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Washford Pyne. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 24 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Washford Pyne may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 24 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Washford Pyne were outline applications (1).
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