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Planning activity
7
50% approval
Approval rate
50%
2 of 4 decided
Decision speed
~12 wks
average time to decision

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Planning data sourced from Isles of Scilly council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Higher Town?
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Higher Town. The approval rate is 50%.
How long do planning decisions take near Higher Town?
The average planning decision time near Higher Town is 83 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 Higher Town?
The planning approval rate near Higher Town is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Higher Town?
The most common type of planning application near Higher Town is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Higher Town?
You can search and track planning applications near Higher Town on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

About Higher Town - Planning Applications & Local Development

Higher Town, located on St Martin's in the Isles of Scilly, is the largest settlement on the island and lies just inland from the eastern coast. Its proximity to Higher Town Quay, the island's more modern quay situated to the south, makes it a key area for transport and development considerations in planning applications.

Property prices in Higher Town show an average sale price of £543,630, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Higher Town 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 Higher Town a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Higher Town has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Higher Town 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 Higher Town, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Higher Town. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (1).