How long do planning decisions take near West Leigh?

The average planning decision time near West Leigh is 53 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 West Leigh?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near West Leigh?

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

How can I track planning applications near West Leigh?

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West Leigh, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near West Leigh, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

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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 010C

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near West Leigh.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 West Leigh based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near West Leigh.

- Woodhay West Leigh Coldridge Crediton Devon EX17 6BL
Listed Building Consent for modifications to carport and installation of double doors
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2024-03-21
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A brief summary of West Leigh in Devon

West Leigh is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in West Leigh show an average sale price of £330,534, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in West Leigh is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

West Leigh 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.

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Planning Activity in West Leigh

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near West Leigh. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

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

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near West Leigh were amendments (1).

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