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Planning in Weston (EX14)

Approved
100%
13 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 15 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Weston (EX14) in the last 24 months, from East Devon District Council's planning register.

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About Weston (EX14)

Weston is a quaint hamlet located near Sidmouth in East Devon, England. Situated close to the Donkey Sanctuary and just under a mile from Branscombe beach, it offers convenient footpath access to the scenic beach at Weston Mouth, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications related to coastal development and tourism. It sits within the Branscombe district.

Property prices in Weston show an average sale price of £262,438, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Weston area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Weston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Weston has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Weston 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Weston, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Weston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 105 days.

The most common types were advertising consent (6), full planning applications (5), tree works (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Weston (EX14)?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Weston (EX14). The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Weston (EX14)?
The average planning decision time near Weston (EX14) is 105 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 Weston (EX14)?
The planning approval rate near Weston (EX14) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Weston (EX14)?
The most common type of planning application near Weston (EX14) is advertising, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Weston (EX14)?
You can search and track planning applications near Weston (EX14) on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.