How long do planning decisions take near Crownhill?

The average planning decision time near Crownhill is 51 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 Crownhill?

The planning approval rate near Crownhill is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Crownhill?

The most common type of planning application near Crownhill is outline applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Crownhill?

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Crownhill, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Crownhill, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Crownhill are administered by Devon County Council. View the full Devon County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Crownhill

Crownhill is a northern suburb of Plymouth in Devon, England, known for its historical landmark, Crownhill Fort, which serves as a tourist attraction and museum. As of the 2021 census, the suburb has a population of 6,411, comprised of 3,089 males and 3,322 females, with an estimated population density of approximately 2,917.1 people per square kilometre across about 2,814 households. This demographic information is valuable for anyone researching planning applications in the area.

District: City of Plymouth

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Area Information

Admin district: Plymouth
Parliamentary constituency: Plymouth Moor View
LSOA: Plymouth 012D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Crownhill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Crownhill.

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 Crownhill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Crownhill.

26/00798/HHR - The Coach House, 25 Widey Lane Plymouth PL6 5JS
Pre-application for proposed single storey 3 shipping containers at the end of the garden to provide an annex for teenage children. Also a permeable hardstanding to the front of the Coach House.
Status: Undecided | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-06-05
- The Coach House, 25 Widey Lane Plymouth PL6 5JS
Pre-application for proposed single storey 3 shipping containers at the end of the garden to provide an annex for teenage children. Also a permeable hardstanding to the front of the Coach House.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-06-05
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26/00775/FUL - 13 Stanbury Avenue Plymouth PL6 5AT
Two-storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-06-03
26/00755/FUL - 33 Meavy Avenue Plymouth PL5 3AH
Single storey side extension (part-retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-06-02
26/00699/FUL - 3 Cross Park Way Plymouth PL6 5AP
Single storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-05-21
- 20 Fort Austin Avenue Plymouth PL6 5JN
Loft conversion with rear dormer
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-03-12
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- 16 Moreton Avenue Plymouth PL6 5AZ
Pre-application for converting a large single garage which is attached to the main dwelling into a separate self contained space/annex.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2025-10-06
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- St Boniface Catholic College 21 Boniface Lane Plymouth PL5 3AG
Installation of 95.68kWp Solar PV array
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2025-02-05
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A brief summary of Crownhill in Devon

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Crownhill a particularly low-crime area.

Crownhill 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 Crownhill 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 Crownhill

In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Crownhill. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 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 Crownhill.

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Crownhill were outline applications (9), tree works (9), discharge of conditions (6).

In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 24 smaller schemes were submitted.

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