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Planning in Longcause

Approved
79%
42 of 51 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Longcause

Longcause is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Longcause show an average sale price of £377,220, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Longcause 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 Longcause a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Longcause has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Longcause 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 Longcause, 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, 71 planning applications were submitted near Longcause. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), discharge of conditions (14), outline applications (9). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Longcause?
In the last 24 months, 71 planning applications were submitted near Longcause. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Longcause?
The average planning decision time near Longcause is 68 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 Longcause?
The planning approval rate near Longcause is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Longcause?
The most common type of planning application near Longcause is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Longcause?
You can search and track planning applications near Longcause on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.