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Planning in Lynmouth

Approved
88%
15 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

Decided by North Devon District CouncilCouncil page

Around Lynmouth

Postcode districts

EX35 27 applications in the last 12 monthsEX31 268 applications in the last 12 monthsTA22 28 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: North Devon District Council

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About Lynmouth

Lynmouth is a picturesque village located in Devon, England, nestled at the northern edge of Exmoor. It lies at the confluence of the West Lyn and East Lyn rivers within a dramatic gorge, just 700 feet below the neighbouring town of Lynton. The two areas are linked by the unique Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway, a gravity-powered cable car system that adds to the charm of this built-up village, making it a notable consideration for planning applications in the region. It sits within the Lynton and Lynmouth district.

Property prices in Lynmouth show an average sale price of £491,655, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Lynmouth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lynmouth has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lynmouth 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 Lynmouth, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Lynmouth. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), tree works (4), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lynmouth?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Lynmouth. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lynmouth?
The average planning decision time near Lynmouth is 69 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 Lynmouth?
The planning approval rate near Lynmouth is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lynmouth?
The most common type of planning application near Lynmouth is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lynmouth?
You can search and track planning applications near Lynmouth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.