How long do planning decisions take near Clyst St Mary?

The average planning decision time near Clyst St Mary is 45 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 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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 full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Clyst St Mary?

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Clyst St Mary, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Clyst St Mary, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Clyst St Mary are administered by East Devon District Council. View the full East Devon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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.

Population: 697 (2021) · Area: 238.6 km²

District: East Devon

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £360,654 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Exmouth and Exeter East
LSOA: East Devon 013B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Clyst St Mary.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Clyst St Mary.

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 Clyst St Mary based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Clyst St Mary in Devon

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.

Property prices in Clyst St Mary show an average sale price of £360,654, 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 Clyst St Mary a particularly low-crime area.

Clyst St Mary has one conservation area within its boundaries: Sowton. 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 Clyst St Mary

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Clyst St Mary. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Clyst St Mary.

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Clyst St Mary were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (4), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 41% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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