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Planning in Mutley

Approved
93%
222 of 230 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Mutley

Postcode districts

PL4 209 applications in the last 12 monthsPL3 173 applications in the last 12 monthsPL1 357 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 Mutley

Mutley is a settlement located in Devon, England. It sits within the City of Plymouth district.

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

The area around Mutley has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Mutley 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 Mutley, 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, 306 planning applications were submitted near Mutley. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were amendments (36), outline applications (21), tree works (16). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Mutley?
In the last 24 months, 306 planning applications were submitted near Mutley. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Mutley?
The average planning decision time near Mutley is 55 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 Mutley?
The planning approval rate near Mutley is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Mutley?
The most common type of planning application near Mutley is amendment applications, with 36 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Mutley?
You can search and track planning applications near Mutley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.