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Planning in Crabtree

Approved
94%
30 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Crabtree in the last 24 months, from Plymouth City Council's planning register.

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Around Crabtree

Postcode districts

PL3 173 applications in the last 12 monthsPL7 190 applications in the last 12 monthsPL6 220 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Plymouth City Council

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About Crabtree

Crabtree is a settlement located in Devon, England. It sits within the City of Plymouth district.

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

The area around Crabtree has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Crabtree 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 Crabtree, 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, 47 planning applications were submitted near Crabtree. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (5), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Crabtree?
In the last 24 months, 47 planning applications were submitted near Crabtree. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Crabtree?
The average planning decision time near Crabtree is 50 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 Crabtree?
The planning approval rate near Crabtree is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Crabtree?
The most common type of planning application near Crabtree is listed building consent applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Crabtree?
You can search and track planning applications near Crabtree on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.