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Planning in Knighton

Approved
86%
12 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Knighton

Knighton is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Knighton show an average sale price of £324,384, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Knighton 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 Knighton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Knighton has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Knighton 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 Knighton, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Knighton. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), outline applications (2), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Knighton?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Knighton. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Knighton?
The average planning decision time near Knighton is 58 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 Knighton?
The planning approval rate near Knighton is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Knighton?
The most common type of planning application near Knighton is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Knighton?
You can search and track planning applications near Knighton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.