How long do planning decisions take near Brixton?

The average planning decision time near Brixton is 64 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 Brixton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Brixton?

The most common type of planning application near Brixton is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Brixton?

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Brixton, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Brixton, Devon.

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About Brixton

Brixton is a village and parish located near Plymouth in the South Hams district of Devon, England, approximately 6 miles from the city. With a population of 1,207, it lies along the A379 road connecting Plymouth to Kingsbridge. The parish is notable for encompassing the historic manors of Brixton Reigny and Brixton English, making it a point of interest for local planning applications and developments.

Population: 2,591 (2021)

District: South Hams

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £238,155 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Hams
Parliamentary constituency: South West Devon
LSOA: South Hams 008C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Brixton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Brixton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Brixton.

- 12 Orchard Road Brixton PL8 2FE
Householder application for insertion of new windows in south elevation at ground floor & provision of additional area of hardstanding adjacent to existing driveway
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-12-15
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- Land at SX 552 529 Brixton
Proposed change of use from agricultural field to a secure dog walking field
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-10-29
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- Lobhill Brixton PL8 2AH
Householder application for proposed two storey side extension & enlarged front porch
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-07-14
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- Grovelands Tapps Lane Brixton PL8 2BZ
Householder application for cladding existing elevations
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-04-02
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A brief summary of Brixton in Devon

Property prices in Brixton show an average sale price of £238,155, 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 Brixton a particularly low-crime area.

Brixton 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 Brixton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Yealm Estuary SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): South Devon; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Plymouth Sound & Estuaries. 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 Brixton

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Brixton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

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

At 64 days on average, decisions near Brixton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Brixton were full planning applications (4), amendments (3), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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