How long do planning decisions take near Woodford (EX11)?

The average planning decision time near Woodford (EX11) is 75 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 Woodford (EX11)?

The most common type of planning application near Woodford (EX11) is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Woodford (EX11)?

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Woodford (EX11), Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woodford (EX11), Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Woodford (EX11) are administered by East Devon District Council. View the full East Devon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £431,904 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Honiton and Sidmouth
LSOA: East Devon 008B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woodford (EX11).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Woodford (EX11).

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 Woodford (EX11) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Woodford (EX11).

- Four Elms Farm Alfington Road Ottery St Mary EX11 1NY
Certificate of lawfulness to confirm that planning permission 22/2362/FUL was lawfully commenced before its expiry date through the excavation of a foundation trench, which constitutes a material oper
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-07-06
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- Otter Nurseries Gosford Road Ottery St Mary EX11 1LZ
Proposed new curved roof, made from Fire retardant Opal 60 fabric, structural Glulam timbers and mild galvanised structural steel frame
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2024-11-12
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A brief summary of Woodford (EX11) in Devon

Woodford (EX11) is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Woodford (EX11) show an average sale price of £431,904, 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 Woodford (EX11) a particularly low-crime area.

Woodford (EX11) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ottery St Mary. 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, Woodford (EX11) 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 Woodford (EX11)

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Woodford (EX11). The average decision time was 75 days.

The average decision period of 75 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Woodford (EX11) were full planning applications (6), tree works (3), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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