How long do planning decisions take near Collaton St Mary?

The average planning decision time near Collaton St Mary is 46 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 Collaton St Mary?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Collaton St Mary?

The most common type of planning application near Collaton St Mary is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Collaton St Mary?

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Collaton St Mary, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Collaton St Mary, Devon.

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Planning applications in Collaton St Mary are administered by Torbay Council. View the full Torbay Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Collaton St Mary

Collaton St Mary is a village and parish located approximately 2 miles west of Paignton in Devon, England. The community is divided by the A385 road, which connects Paignton to Totnes. Currently, the parish falls under the jurisdiction of the Torbay unitary authority, making it an important area for those researching planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £287,180 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Torbay
Parliamentary constituency: Torbay
LSOA: Torbay 014A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Collaton St Mary.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Collaton 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 Collaton St Mary based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Collaton St Mary.

- Land North Of Totnes Road Collaton St Mary Paignton TQ3 3TZ
Non-Material Amendment relating to application P/2024/0368: Major Reserved Matters relating to outline consent application P/2019/0281: Development of up to 100 dwellings, including affordable and mar
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Torbay | Date: 2026-04-14
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- 376 Totnes Road Paignton TQ4 7DG
Construction of retaining wall in garden.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torbay | Date: 2023-06-16
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A brief summary of Collaton St Mary in Devon

Property prices in Collaton St Mary show an average sale price of £287,180, 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 Collaton St Mary a particularly low-crime area.

Collaton St Mary 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 Collaton St Mary includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Collaton St Mary

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Collaton St Mary. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

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

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Collaton St Mary were tree works (3), full planning applications (2), amendments (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 large-scale (major) development, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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