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Planning in Wrafton

Approved
78%
18 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wrafton in the last 24 months, from North Devon District Council's planning register.

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Around Wrafton

Postcode districts

EX33 90 applications in the last 12 monthsEX31 268 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: North Devon District Council

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About Wrafton

Wrafton, located in the civil parish of Heanton Punchardon in North Devon, lies just east-southeast of Braunton, adjacent to the estuary of the River Taw. The area is bordered by the parishes of Braunton, Marwood, Ashford, and Fremington, with Wrafton and Chivenor being its main localities. As of the 2011 census, the wider electoral ward had a population of 2,673, making it an important consideration for planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Wrafton show an average sale price of £394,814, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wrafton area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Wrafton has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wrafton 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 Wrafton, 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, 40 planning applications were submitted near Wrafton. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), discharge of conditions (10), amendments (3). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wrafton?
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Wrafton. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wrafton?
The average planning decision time near Wrafton is 44 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 Wrafton?
The planning approval rate near Wrafton is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wrafton?
The most common type of planning application near Wrafton is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wrafton?
You can search and track planning applications near Wrafton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.