Woollaton, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Woollaton, Devon.
Devon · England · settlement
About Woollaton
Woollaton is a quaint village located in Devon, England, known for its picturesque surroundings and rural charm. It offers a serene environment ideal for those seeking to explore planning opportunities in a tranquil setting. With its rich local heritage and community spirit, Woollaton presents a unique landscape for potential development projects.
District: Peters Marland
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £264,422 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Torridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
- LSOA: Torridge 006A
Crime Statistics
1 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- criminal-damage-arson: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Woollaton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Woollaton.
- 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 Woollaton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
26 planning applications found near Woollaton.
- - Land At Kingsford Farm Peters Marland Devon
Prior approval notification for the installation of a 22.5m lattice tower supporting 3no. antennas, 1no. 0.6m dish and ancillary equipment; 2no. equipment cabinets, 1no. meter cabinet and associated a
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-04-16
View full details - - Land At Grid Reference 247415 112913 Peters Marland Devon
Erection of slurry store under the Slurry Investment Grant
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - Kingsford Farm Peters Marland Torrington Devon EX38 8QH
Roof over existing livestock yard as supported by Catchment Sensitive Farming and Agri-Enviornment grants
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2025-02-19
View full details - - Kingsford Farm Peters Marland Torrington Devon EX38 8QH
Erection of roof over existing livestock feed yard
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2023-03-15
View full details - - Kingsford Farm Peters Marland Torrington Devon EX38 8QH
Erection of 18.3m x 13.7m steel portal frame
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Torridge | Date: 2023-01-23
View full details - - The Cottage Peters Marland Torrington Devon EX38 8QH
Variation of condition 2 of application 1/0796/2017/FUL (Plans schedule)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2018-03-29
View full details - - The Cottage Peters Marland Torrington Devon EX38 8QH
Single storey extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Torridge | Date: 2018-02-05
View full details - - The Cottage Woolaton Peters Marland Torrington Devon EX38 8QH
Single storey extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2018-02-05
View full details - - Land Adjacent The Cottage Peters Marland Torrington Devon EX38 8QH
Construction of a domestic carport and workshop
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2017-08-03
View full details - - Kingsford Farm Peters Marland Torrington Devon EX38 8QH
Steel framed building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Torridge | Date: 2015-04-28
View full details - - Twigbeare Peters Marland Torrington Devon EX38 8QP
Conversion of redundant agricultural barn into self catering holiday accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2012-12-11
View full details - - Twigbeare Peters Marland Torrington Devon EX38 8QP
The replacement porch to the front and the replacement extension to the rear and minor alterations to elevations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2012-12-03
View full details - - Twigbeare Peters Marland Torrington Devon EX38 8QP
Lawful Development Certificate for residential use of former post office room
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Torridge | Date: 2011-12-12
View full details - - Kingsford Farm Peters Marland Torrington Devon EX38 8QH
Agricultural young livestock building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2011-06-13
View full details - - Kingsford Farm Peters Marland Torrington Devon EX38 8QH
Agricultural young livestock building
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Other | Council: Torridge | Date: 2011-05-31
View full details - - Chudleigh Cottage Peters Marland Devon EX38 8QH
Extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2008-11-10
View full details - - Hillcrest Peters Marland Torrington EX38 8QJ
Extensions to existing bungalow
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2005-10-12
View full details - - Hillcrest Peters Marland Torrington EX38 8QJ
Extensions to existing bungalow
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Torridge | Date: 2005-05-19
View full details - - Hillcrest Buda Farm Peters Marland Torrington EX38 8QJ
Implement & general agricultural store, agricultural entrance and approach to store
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Torridge | Date: 2005-05-16
View full details - - The Cottage Woolaton Petersmarland Torrington EX38 8QH
Conservatory
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Torridge | Date: 2005-01-20
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A brief summary of Woollaton in Devon
Woollaton is a quaint village located in Devon, England, known for its picturesque surroundings and rural charm. It offers a serene environment ideal for those seeking to explore planning opportunities in a tranquil setting. With its rich local heritage and community spirit, Woollaton presents a unique landscape for potential development projects. It sits within the Peters Marland district.
Property prices in Woollaton show an average sale price of £264,422, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in Woollaton is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Woollaton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Common Moor Langtree SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Woollaton 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 Woollaton
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Woollaton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Woollaton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Woollaton were full planning applications (2), telecoms (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.