How long do planning decisions take near Woodleigh?

The average planning decision time near Woodleigh is 46 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 Woodleigh?

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

How can I track planning applications near Woodleigh?

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Woodleigh, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woodleigh, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Woodleigh are administered by South Hams District Council. View the full South Hams District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Woodleigh

Woodleigh is a quaint village and parish situated in the picturesque South Hams region of Devon, England. As of the 2011 census, it had a population of 171 residents, making it a small yet distinctive community to consider for planning applications and local developments.

Population: 196 (2021)

District: South Hams

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £368,500 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Hams
Parliamentary constituency: South Devon
LSOA: South Hams 010A

Crime Statistics

6 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

other-theft: 4
violent-crime: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woodleigh.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Woodleigh based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Woodleigh.

- Woodleigh House Woodleigh TQ7 4DG
Alterations and single storey extensions to property and associated landscaping work; change of use of existing outbuilding to residential; installation of a sewage treatment plant.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-05-18
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A brief summary of Woodleigh in Devon

Property prices in Woodleigh show an average sale price of £368,500, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 6 crimes reported in the Woodleigh area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Woodleigh 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 Woodleigh includes 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): South Devon. 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 Woodleigh

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Woodleigh. The average decision time was 46 days.

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 Woodleigh were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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