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Planning in Devonport

Approved
84%
111 of 118 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Devonport

Postcode districts

PL1 357 applications in the last 12 monthsPL2 94 applications in the last 12 monthsPL3 173 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 Devonport

Devonport, a district of Plymouth in Devon, England, was formerly known as Plymouth Dock and served as a significant settlement before merging with the other "Three Towns" in 1914 to form the City of Plymouth. Established as a county borough in 1889, Devonport is now part of the Plymouth Sutton and Devonport parliamentary constituency, represented by Labour MP Luke Pollard. As of the 2011 census, the ward had a population of 14,788, making it a key area for those researching planning applications in this historic region. It sits within the City of Plymouth district.

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

The area around Devonport has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Devonport 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 Devonport, 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, 183 planning applications were submitted near Devonport. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were tree works (25), discharge of conditions (17), outline applications (14).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Devonport?
In the last 24 months, 183 planning applications were submitted near Devonport. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Devonport?
The average planning decision time near Devonport is 65 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 Devonport?
The planning approval rate near Devonport is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Devonport?
The most common type of planning application near Devonport is tree works applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Devonport?
You can search and track planning applications near Devonport on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.