How long do planning decisions take near Willand?

The average planning decision time near Willand is 43 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 Willand?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Willand?

The most common type of planning application near Willand is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Willand?

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Willand, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Willand, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

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

About Willand

Willand is a vibrant village and civil parish located in Mid Devon, roughly 19 km north of Exeter and 2.4 km north of Cullompton. With a population that has grown significantly since 1991, it plays a key role in the Lower Culm electoral ward, which had a population of 5,808 at the 2011 Census. The parish is bordered by Halberton, Uffculme, and Cullompton, making it an important area for planning considerations in the region.

Population: 3,477 (2021)

District: Mid Devon

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £330,407 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mid Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
LSOA: Mid Devon 006B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Willand.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Willand based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Willand.

- Land at NGR 303498 110518 & NGR 303408 110550 Meadow Park Willand Devon
Five Day Notification to fell 2 Sycamore trees protected by Tree Preservation Order 74/00015/TPO
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-07-07
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- 1 Harpitt Close Willand Cullompton Devon EX15 2RX
Application to reduce the crown of 1 Ash tree (T22) by approximately 4-5m, reduce selected limbs by 1-2m and undertake light crown thinning and lifting, protected by Tree Preservation Order 94/00009/T
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-06-19
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- Land at NGR 303550 110360 Rowes Orchard Willand Devon
Notification of intention to reduce the height of a mixed species boundary hedge by 4-5m within the Conservation Area
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-04-14
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- Ashbrooke House Silver Street Willand Cullompton Devon EX15 2RG
Erection of replacement front boundary wall, including increase in height and installation of a gate
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-03-04
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- Beaufoy House Willand Old Village Willand Cullompton Devon EX15 2RH
Notification of intention to reduce the crown of 1 Yew tree by 1.5-2m within the Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-01-20
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- Rydon House Willand Cullompton Devon EX15 2PF
Certificate of lawfulness for the proposed erection of replacement timber sliding gate and fence
Status: Permitted | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-01-19
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- 6 Pear Drive Willand Cullompton Devon EX15 2QS
Erection of first floor side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2025-08-29
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- 19 Victoria Close Willand Cullompton Devon EX15 2PD
Certificate of lawfulness for the proposed erection of single storey rear extension to replace conservatory
Status: Permitted | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2025-05-26
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- 7 Mulberry Close Willand Cullompton Devon EX15 2PA
Application to remove 1 Oak tree stump (T1) to ground level and reduce and reshape 1 Oak tree (T2) by 1-1.5m protected by Tree Preservation Order 97/00008/TPO
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2025-01-29
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A brief summary of Willand in Devon

Property prices in Willand show an average sale price of £330,407, 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 Willand a particularly low-crime area.

Willand 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 Willand

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Willand. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

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

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Willand were tree works (6), full planning applications (5). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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