How long do planning decisions take near Week (EX31)?

The average planning decision time near Week (EX31) is 72 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 Week (EX31)?

The planning approval rate near Week (EX31) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Week (EX31)?

The most common type of planning application near Week (EX31) is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Week (EX31)?

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Week (EX31), Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Week (EX31), Devon.

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About Week (EX31)

Week is a hamlet located within the civil parish of Chulmleigh in North Devon, England. Situated about 3.6 miles (5.8 km) south-west of the nearest town, Chulmleigh, Week offers a rural setting that may be relevant for planning applications in the area.

District: Chulmleigh

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £271,417 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Devon
Parliamentary constituency: North Devon
LSOA: North Devon 006A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Week (EX31).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Week (EX31).

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 Week (EX31) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Week (EX31).

- Higher Rollestone Farm Harracott Barnstaple Devon EX31 3JF
Prior notification for the erection of an agricultural storage building
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Devon | Date: 2024-10-14
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A brief summary of Week (EX31) in Devon

Property prices in Week (EX31) show an average sale price of £271,417, 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 Week (EX31) a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Week (EX31) includes 5 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 Week (EX31)

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Week (EX31). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Week (EX31) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 72 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Week (EX31) were outline applications (2), full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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