How long do planning decisions take near Whipton?

The average planning decision time near Whipton is 44 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 Whipton?

The planning approval rate near Whipton is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Whipton?

The most common type of planning application near Whipton is outline applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Whipton?

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Whipton, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Whipton, Devon.

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About Whipton

Whipton Barton, located to the east of Exeter, represents a historic estate farm with deep roots in the region's feudal past. The term 'Barton' signifies the manor house, reflecting the area's agricultural heritage and its significance within Devon's planning and development landscape. This context can be crucial for those researching planning applications in Whipton and its surroundings.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £360,654 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Exeter
Parliamentary constituency: Exeter
LSOA: Exeter 004C

Crime Statistics

240 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 106
criminal-damage-arson: 24
vehicle-crime: 21
anti-social-behaviour: 19
public-order: 15
burglary: 12
other-theft: 12
shoplifting: 8
drugs: 6
other-crime: 6
bicycle-theft: 4
robbery: 3
possession-of-weapons: 2
theft-from-the-person: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Whipton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Whipton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Whipton.

- 1 The Mede Pinhoe Exeter EX4 8ED
Discharge of condition 3 (Construction Method Statement) of 25/1460/FUL determined on 04/12/2025
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Exeter | Date: 2026-04-15
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- Honeylands Hospital For Children Pinhoe Road Exeter EX4 8AD
Part-discharge conditions 6 (Contamination), 8 (Lighting Strategy) and 9 (Drainage) for Phase 1 only of planning permission 22/0313/FUL and conditions 3 (Materials) & 4 (Construction details) of liste
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Exeter | Date: 2025-04-25
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- 7 The Mede Pinhoe Exeter EX4 8ED
Single storey rear extension 6m deep x 2.9m high x 2.9m height of eaves.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Exeter | Date: 2025-03-05
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- 348 Pinhoe Road Exeter EX4 8AF
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Exeter | Date: 2024-03-22
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- 23 Kennerley Avenue Exeter EX4 8BW
Single storey rear and side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Exeter | Date: 2023-09-09
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- 185 Pinhoe Road Exeter Devon EX4 7HZ
C3 to C4 change of use
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Exeter | Date: 2023-04-28
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- 185 Pinhoe Road Exeter Devon EX4 7HZ
Certificate of lawfulness sought for proposed loft conversion, hip to gable and rear dormer roof extensions, single storey rear extension, garage conversion to create additional bedroom and hardstandi
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Exeter | Date: 2022-12-30
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- 185 Pinhoe Road Exeter Devon EX4 7HZ
Two storey side extension on NW elevation to replace existing garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Exeter | Date: 2022-12-30
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A brief summary of Whipton in Devon

Property prices in Whipton show an average sale price of £360,654, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Whipton area recorded 240 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Whipton has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Heavitree, St Leonards, Mont le Grand. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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, Whipton 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 Whipton

In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Whipton. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Whipton maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Whipton were outline applications (15), full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (6).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 21 applications
Refused: 4 applications
Awaiting decision: 11 applications

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