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Planning in Brixton

Approved
100%
12 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Brixton in the last 24 months, from South Hams District Council's planning register.

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,591 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Hams district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Brixton 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 (September 2026). This makes Brixton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Brixton has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Brixton, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Brixton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), amendments (4), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Brixton?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Brixton. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Brixton?
The average planning decision time near Brixton is 71 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 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 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Brixton?
You can search and track planning applications near Brixton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.