How long do planning decisions take near Membland?

The average planning decision time near Membland is 66 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 Membland?

The planning approval rate near Membland is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Membland?

The most common type of planning application near Membland is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Membland?

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Membland, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Membland, Devon.

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About Membland

Membland is a historic estate located in the parish of Newton and Noss, Devon, approximately 8 miles southeast of Plymouth. Originally purchased by Edward Baring, 1st Baron Revelstoke in 1877, the estate included the now-demolished Membland Hall, which fell into disrepair after World War I. While the main mansion was taken down in 1927, several of its service buildings, such as the Bull and Bear gatekeeper's lodge and stables, still stand today, alongside a smaller dwelling constructed between 1966 and 1968. This rich history may influence planning applications and developments in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £238,155 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Hams
Parliamentary constituency: South West Devon
LSOA: South Hams 009D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Membland.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Membland based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Membland.

- Cedar House Membland Newton Ferrers PL8 1HP
Householder application for replacement flat roof, cladding, altered fenestration, new porch and solar PV panels
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-31
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- Woodhaye Membland Newton Ferrers PL8 1HP
TPO 219; T818: Monterey pine - remove lowest branch on western aspect leaving stub at 4m from union, reduce tips of second lowest branch on western aspect by approx. 2m, reduce dead stub back 3m, hang
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-12-10
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- Dove House Membland Newton Ferrers PL8 1HT
Listed building consent for replacement staircase
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2024-07-10
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A brief summary of Membland in Devon

Property prices in Membland show an average sale price of £238,155, 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 Membland a particularly low-crime area.

Membland 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 Membland includes 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): South Devon. 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 Membland

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Membland. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Membland.

At 66 days on average, decisions near Membland slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Membland were discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

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