How long do planning decisions take near Honicknowle?

The average planning decision time near Honicknowle is 48 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 Honicknowle?

The planning approval rate near Honicknowle is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Honicknowle?

The most common type of planning application near Honicknowle is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Honicknowle?

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Honicknowle, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Honicknowle, Devon.

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About Honicknowle

Honicknowle is a vibrant area and ward in Plymouth, Devon, situated near West Park, Crownhill, Ham, Whitleigh, and Pennycross. Formerly part of Knackersknowle, this locality is an essential consideration for anyone researching planning applications in the region due to its diverse community and strategic connections to surrounding areas.

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Area Information

Admin district: Plymouth
Parliamentary constituency: Plymouth Moor View
LSOA: Plymouth 007B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Honicknowle.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Honicknowle based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Honicknowle.

- 7 Montacute Avenue Plymouth PL5 3PN
Variation of Condition 1 (Approved Plans) of application 22/01664/FUL including alterations to the door placement and an increase in roof height from 2.7m to 3m
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-02-27
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- 34 Montacute Avenue Plymouth PL5 3PW
First floor side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2025-12-24
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- 16 & 16A Lilford Gardens West Park Plymouth PL5 2DP
2no semi-detached dwellings with associated works and off-road parking
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2022-12-28
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A brief summary of Honicknowle in Devon

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

Honicknowle 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 Honicknowle includes 3 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 Honicknowle

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Honicknowle. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 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 Honicknowle.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Honicknowle were outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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