How long do planning decisions take near Wilsham?

The average planning decision time near Wilsham is 58 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wilsham?

The most common type of planning application near Wilsham is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wilsham?

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Wilsham, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wilsham, Devon.

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

About Wilsham

Brendon and Countisbury is a civil parish located in North Devon, England. This area offers a unique blend of rural charm and natural beauty, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region. Its picturesque landscapes and community-focused environment provide opportunities for development that align with local character and sustainability.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £427,684 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Devon
Parliamentary constituency: North Devon
LSOA: North Devon 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wilsham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wilsham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Wilsham.

- WILLSHAM COTTAGE, COUNTISBURY, LYNTON, EX35 6NF
Proposed demolition of a lean to and conservatory on the west elevation to be replaced with a new ground floor extension and a first floor extension including a replacement roof finish over the 1970s
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2025-08-04
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A brief summary of Wilsham in Devon

Property prices in Wilsham show an average sale price of £427,684, 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 Wilsham a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Wilsham includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): North Exmoor SSSI, Watersmeet SSSI, Exmoor Coastal Heaths SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Exmoor & Quantock Oakwoods, Exmoor Heaths; 1 National Parks: EXMOOR. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Wilsham

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Wilsham. The average decision time was 58 days.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Wilsham slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Wilsham were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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