How long do planning decisions take near Zeal Monachorum?

The average planning decision time near Zeal Monachorum is 61 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 Zeal Monachorum?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Zeal Monachorum?

The most common type of planning application near Zeal Monachorum is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Zeal Monachorum?

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Zeal Monachorum, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Zeal Monachorum, Devon.

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

About Zeal Monachorum

Zeal Monachorum is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Mid Devon district of Devon, England, approximately 18 miles north-west of Exeter, along the picturesque River Yeo. As of the 2001 census, the village had a population of 398 residents, while the wider electoral ward of Taw, which includes the village, recorded a population of 1,660 at the 2011 Census. This charming community may offer unique opportunities and considerations for those researching planning applications in the area.

Population: 405 (2021)

District: Mid Devon

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £336,328 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mid Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
LSOA: Mid Devon 009B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Zeal Monachorum.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Zeal Monachorum based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Zeal Monachorum.

- Heron Court Zeal Monachorum Crediton Devon EX17 6DF
Notification of intention to fell 1 Cypress tree and reduce lowest low laterals by 4m and trim remaining crown to shape to 1 Yew tree within the Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-02-27
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A brief summary of Zeal Monachorum in Devon

Property prices in Zeal Monachorum show an average sale price of £336,328, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Zeal Monachorum a particularly low-crime area.

Zeal Monachorum 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.

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Planning Activity in Zeal Monachorum

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Zeal Monachorum. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

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

At 61 days on average, decisions near Zeal Monachorum slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Zeal Monachorum were tree works (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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