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Planning in Honicknowle

Approved
81%
26 of 29 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Honicknowle

Postcode districts

PL5 123 applications in the last 12 monthsPL2 94 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 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.

Property prices in Honicknowle show an average sale price of £238,540, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Honicknowle 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 Honicknowle a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Honicknowle 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 Honicknowle, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Honicknowle. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (3), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Honicknowle?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Honicknowle. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Honicknowle?
The average planning decision time near Honicknowle is 59 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 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Honicknowle?
The most common type of planning application near Honicknowle is outline applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Honicknowle?
You can search and track planning applications near Honicknowle on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.