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Planning in Kingsteignton

Approved
88%
22 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Kingsteignton

Kingsteignton is a civil parish and town located in south Devon, England, positioned at the head of the Teign Estuary, just west of Teignmouth. The town is accessible via several major roads, including the A380, A383, A381, B3193, and B3195. It falls under the Newton Abbot parliamentary constituency, currently represented by Martin Wrigley. The area boasts a variety of educational institutions, such as Rydon Primary School, Teign School, Kingsteignton School, and Saint Michael's Church of England School, making it a notable location for families considering planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 12,048 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Teignbridge district.

Property prices in Kingsteignton show an average sale price of £306,442, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kingsteignton 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 Kingsteignton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Kingsteignton has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kingsteignton 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 Kingsteignton, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Kingsteignton. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kingsteignton?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Kingsteignton. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kingsteignton?
The average planning decision time near Kingsteignton is 60 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 Kingsteignton?
The planning approval rate near Kingsteignton is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kingsteignton?
The most common type of planning application near Kingsteignton is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kingsteignton?
You can search and track planning applications near Kingsteignton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.