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Planning in Godwell

Approved
85%
52 of 61 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Godwell in the last 24 months, from South Hams District Council's planning register.

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About Godwell

Godwell is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Godwell show an average sale price of £350,890, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Godwell 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 (May 2026). This makes Godwell a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Godwell has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Godwell 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Godwell, 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, 69 planning applications were submitted near Godwell. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were tree works (23), full planning applications (19), outline applications (10). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Godwell?
In the last 24 months, 69 planning applications were submitted near Godwell. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Godwell?
The average planning decision time near Godwell is 66 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 Godwell?
The planning approval rate near Godwell is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Godwell?
The most common type of planning application near Godwell is tree works applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Godwell?
You can search and track planning applications near Godwell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.