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Planning in Mount Batten

Approved
86%
106 of 114 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Mount Batten in the last 24 months, from Plymouth City Council's planning register.

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Around Mount Batten

Postcode districts

PL1 357 applications in the last 12 monthsPL4 209 applications in the last 12 monthsPL9 193 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Plymouth City Council

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About Mount Batten

Mount Batten is a prominent 24-metre (79 ft) rock outcrop located on a 600-metre (2,000 ft) peninsula in Plymouth Sound, Devon. Named after Sir William Batten, a 17th-century MP and Surveyor of the Navy, this area, formerly known as How Stert, may be of interest to those researching planning applications due to its coastal location and historical significance.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Mount Batten 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 Mount Batten a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Mount Batten has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Mount Batten 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Mount Batten, 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, 173 planning applications were submitted near Mount Batten. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (14), outline applications (12), discharge of conditions (12).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Mount Batten?
In the last 24 months, 173 planning applications were submitted near Mount Batten. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Mount Batten?
The average planning decision time near Mount Batten is 62 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 Mount Batten?
The planning approval rate near Mount Batten is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Mount Batten?
The most common type of planning application near Mount Batten is listed building consent applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Mount Batten?
You can search and track planning applications near Mount Batten on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.