How long do planning decisions take near Longbridge?

The average planning decision time near Longbridge is 65 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 Longbridge?

The planning approval rate near Longbridge is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Longbridge?

The most common type of planning application near Longbridge is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Longbridge?

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Longbridge, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Longbridge, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Longbridge are administered by South Hams District Council. View the full South Hams District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Longbridge

Longbridge is an area in the south-west of Birmingham, England, situated close to the Worcestershire border. Historically part of Worcestershire, Longbridge has evolved into a significant location for planning applications, reflecting its development and growth within the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £238,540 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Hams
Parliamentary constituency: South West Devon
LSOA: South Hams 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Longbridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Longbridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Longbridge.

26/00763/CDM - Land To The West Of Bampton Road Leigham Plymouth PL6 8QB
Condition discharge: Conditions 3 (Land Quality), 4 (Drainage CEMP), 5 (Landscape details and BNG), 6 (Energy), 7 (CTMP), 8 (Highway Dilapidation Survey), 9 (Street lighting) and 10 (Surfacing materia
Status: Undecided | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-06-01
- Land To The West Of Bampton Road Leigham Plymouth PL6 8QB
Condition discharge: Conditions 3 (Land Quality), 4 (Drainage CEMP), 5 (Landscape details and BNG), 6 (Energy), 7 (CTMP), 8 (Highway Dilapidation Survey), 9 (Street lighting) and 10 (Surfacing materia
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-06-01
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A brief summary of Longbridge in Devon

Property prices in Longbridge show an average sale price of £238,540, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Longbridge 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 Longbridge includes 7 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 Longbridge

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Longbridge. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Longbridge may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Longbridge slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Longbridge were discharge of conditions (4), tree works (3), outline applications (2).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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