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Planning in Woodtown (EX39 4)

Approved
91%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Woodtown (EX39 4) in the last 24 months, from Torridge District Council's planning register.

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About Woodtown (EX39 4)

Woodtown is a hamlet located within the civil parish of Sampford Spiney in the West Devon district of Devon, England. Situated approximately half a mile southeast of Sampford Spiney village, it is adjacent to the River Walkham, making it a picturesque area for potential planning applications and developments.

Property prices in Woodtown show an average sale price of £289,977, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Woodtown a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Woodtown 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Woodtown, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Woodtown. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Woodtown (EX39 4)?
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Woodtown (EX39 4). The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Woodtown (EX39 4)?
The average planning decision time near Woodtown (EX39 4) is 53 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 Woodtown (EX39 4)?
The planning approval rate near Woodtown (EX39 4) is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Woodtown (EX39 4)?
The most common type of planning application near Woodtown (EX39 4) is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Woodtown (EX39 4)?
You can search and track planning applications near Woodtown (EX39 4) on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.