How long do planning decisions take near Woodgate?

The average planning decision time near Woodgate is 46 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 Woodgate?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Woodgate?

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

How can I track planning applications near Woodgate?

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Woodgate, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woodgate, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

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

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £324,500 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mid Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
LSOA: Mid Devon 003B

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

other-theft: 1
violent-crime: 1

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Woodgate based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Woodgate.

- Beacon View Farm Nicholashayne Wellington Devon TA21 9QY
Removal of Condition 1 of Planning Permission 22/02186/FULL (Change of use of land for siting of temporary workers mobile home and septic tank and retention of change of use of land from agriculture t
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2025-11-24
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- Beacon View Farm Nicholashayne Wellington Devon TA21 9QY
Non-Material Amendment for 22/02186/FULL to reduce the size of the mobile home
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2025-03-13
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- Whitting House Nicholashayne Devon TA21 9QY
Erection of two-storey extension and link and siting of an air source heat pump following removal of single storey lean-to and conservatory
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2024-07-31
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- Beacon View Farm Nicholashayne Wellington Devon TA21 9QY
Change of use of land for siting of temporary workers mobile home and septic tank and retention of change of use of land from agriculture to commercial equestrian use
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2022-11-30
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- Land at NGR 310020 115802 Whitting House Nicholashayne Devon TA21 9QY
Construction of a manege
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2022-11-08
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- Land adjoining Rosemoor Nicholashayne Culmstock
Renewal of planning permission 4/22/98/1490 for the erection of a dwelling and formation of vehicular access
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2002-11-11
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A brief summary of Woodgate in Devon

Woodgate is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Woodgate show an average sale price of £324,500, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Woodgate is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Woodgate 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Woodgate includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Black Down and Sampford Commons SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Blackdown Hills. 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 Woodgate

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Woodgate. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

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

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Woodgate were full planning applications (3), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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