How long do planning decisions take near Whimple?

The average planning decision time near Whimple is 56 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 Whimple?

The planning approval rate near Whimple is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Whimple?

The most common type of planning application near Whimple is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Whimple, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Whimple, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Whimple are administered by East Devon District Council. View the full East Devon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Whimple

Whimple is a picturesque village and civil parish located in East Devon, about 9 miles east of Exeter and 3 miles from Ottery St Mary. With a population of 1,983, as recorded in the 2021 Census, and a built-up area population of 1,120, Whimple offers a close-knit community atmosphere, making it an interesting area for potential planning applications and developments. The wider electoral ward shares a population of 2,380, highlighting the village's significance within the region.

Population: 1,733 (2021) · Area: 1229.1 km²

District: East Devon

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Area Information

Admin district: Mid Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
LSOA: Mid Devon 010A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Whimple.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Whimple based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Whimple.

- Greenside Whimple Exeter EX5 2TT
Proposed single storey extensions and alterations to the existing garage, incorporating enlargement towards the dwelling and adding a pitched roof. Alteration to fenestration and addition of cladding.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-06-22
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- Wymcot Church Road Whimple EX5 2TA
Variation of Condition 2 (Approved plans) Condition 5 (Materials) and Condition 6 (Site levels) on Planning Permission 23/2306/FUL (Proposed new dwelling and removal of existing garage and formation o
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-06-02
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- The White House Broadclyst Road Whimple Devon EX5 2TT
Roof works: new membrane/re-batten/re-slate - addition of installation of PV (solar) roof slates onto front south east elevation of main roof; re-roofing rear porch with slate to match existing roofin
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: East Devon | Date: 2025-12-01
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- Jasmine Cottage Whimple Exeter EX5 2NT
Demolish existing sunroom and front porch; new front porch, single story extension and lean-to link on west elevation; fenestration alterations, remove cement render and replace with lime render; repl
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2025-09-23
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- Jasmine Cottage Whimple Exeter EX5 2NT
Demolish existing sunroom and front porch; new front porch, single story extension and lean-to link on west elevation; fenestration alterations, remove cement render and replace with lime render; repl
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: East Devon | Date: 2025-09-23
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- Dince Hill House 30 Grove Road Whimple Exeter EX5 2TP
Minor amendment for 22/2504/FUL: removal of solar panels from the single storey side extension (South Elevation)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: East Devon | Date: 2024-11-12
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- 1 Rock Cottages Church Road Whimple EX5 2SU
T1, Pear: crown reduction to approximately 7m remaining height. T2, Pear: crown reduction to approximately 7m remaining height. T3, Silver Birch: crown Lift to approximately 3m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Devon | Date: 2024-11-04
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- Land North Of Railway (Little Monitor Cottage) Whimple EX5 2GF
Discharge of conditions of 23/1147/FUL : Conditions 8 (Tree Protection Plan (TPP) and an Arboricultural Method Statement(AMS) and Condition 11 (Construction Management Plan)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: East Devon | Date: 2023-11-29
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A brief summary of Whimple in Devon

Whimple covers an area of approximately 1229.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Whimple a particularly low-crime area.

Whimple has one conservation area within its boundaries: Whimple. 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.

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

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Whimple. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Whimple.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Whimple were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 30% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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