Derriford, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Derriford, Devon.
Devon · England · settlement
About Derriford
Derriford is a key area in Plymouth, a bustling port city and unitary authority situated on Devon's south coast. Nestled between the rivers Plym and Tamar, it lies approximately 36 miles southwest of Exeter and 193 miles from London, making it the most populous city in Devon. This vibrant location is significant for those exploring planning applications, given its strategic position and urban development opportunities.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £238,155 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Plymouth
- Parliamentary constituency: Plymouth Moor View
- LSOA: Plymouth 012D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Derriford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Derriford.
- 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 Derriford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
11 planning applications found near Derriford.
- - 4 Bravo Way Plymouth PL6 5GA
2x new fascia signs
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - 1 Morlaix Drive Plymouth PL6 5AB
Installation of new windows to existing elevation. Erection of Waste enclosure and associated groundworks
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - Derriford Hospital Derriford Road Plymouth PL6 8DH
Condition Discharge: Condition 6 (Work Place Travel Plan And Car Parking Management Strategy) of application 20/00868/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - Peninsula Heart Clinic, Derriford Hospital Derriford Road Plymouth PL6 8DH
Pre-application to place a modular cardiac catheter lab either next to the Peninsula Heart Clinic or behind it
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-01-02
View full details - - Derriford Hospital Derriford Road Plymouth PL6 8DH
Condition discharge Condition 27 (Maintenance and Inspection Plan) of planning application 25/00381/S73
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2025-10-01
View full details - - Derriford Hospital Derriford Road Plymouth PL6 8DH
Condition discharge of Condition 21 (Woodland Restoration Strategy) and 22 (Landscape Ecological Management Plan (LEMP)) of application 25/00381/S73
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2025-09-24
View full details - - St Clements Lodge, Franklyns Plymouth PL6 5JG
G1 Group of Western red Cedar Owner would like to cut upper overhanging crown back inline with lower regulary trimmed crown removing approximatly 2.5-3m of overhang and blending onto top, leaving an o
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2025-09-12
View full details - - Derriford Hospital Derriford Road Plymouth PL6 8DH
Condition Discharge: Condition 20 (Materials Maintenance Schedule) of application 23/00015/FUL10
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2025-07-30
View full details - - Derriford Hospital Derriford Road Plymouth PL6 8DH
Pedunculate oak tree- Fell
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2024-11-28
View full details - - Derriford Hospital Derriford Road Plymouth PL6 8DH
Condition Discharge: Condition 4 (CEMP) of application 23/01321/S73
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2024-11-12
View full details - - Footway Of Plymbridge Lane Plymbridge Lane Plymouth PL6 8BD
Installation of an 16m high slim-line monopole, supporting 6 no. antennas, 2 no. equipment cabinets, 1 no. electric meter cabinet, and ancillary development thereto.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Derriford in Devon
Derriford is a key area in Plymouth, a bustling port city and unitary authority situated on Devon's south coast. Nestled between the rivers Plym and Tamar, it lies approximately 36 miles southwest of Exeter and 193 miles from London, making it the most populous city in Devon. This vibrant location is significant for those exploring planning applications, given its strategic position and urban development opportunities.
Property prices in Derriford show an average sale price of £238,155, 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 Derriford a particularly low-crime area.
Derriford 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 Derriford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Plymbridge Lane & Estover Road SSSI; 4 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 Derriford
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Derriford. Of these, 58% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 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 Derriford.
The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Derriford were outline applications (8), discharge of conditions (8), tree works (6).
In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 20 smaller schemes were submitted.
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