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Planning in Clyst St Mary

Approved
100%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 4 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Clyst St Mary in the last 24 months, from East Devon District Council's planning register.

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Around Clyst St Mary

Postcode districts

EX5 326 applications in the last 12 monthsEX2 350 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: East Devon District Council

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About Clyst St Mary

Clyst St Mary is a quaint village and civil parish located 3 miles east of Exeter, positioned along key routes to Exmouth and Sidmouth in East Devon. Deriving its name from the Celtic word for 'clear stream', the village is integral to the Clyst Valley electoral ward, which saw its population rise from 2,326 in 2011 to 2,400 by the 2021 census, reflecting a growth of 3.2%. This increase may influence planning applications as the area continues to develop. The settlement has a population of approximately 697 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Devon district.

Clyst St Mary covers an area of approximately 238.6 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Clyst St Mary 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 Clyst St Mary a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Clyst St Mary 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 Clyst St Mary, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Clyst St Mary. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 29 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (4), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Clyst St Mary?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Clyst St Mary. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Clyst St Mary?
The average planning decision time near Clyst St Mary is 29 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 Clyst St Mary?
The planning approval rate near Clyst St Mary is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Clyst St Mary?
The most common type of planning application near Clyst St Mary is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Clyst St Mary?
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