Pennycross, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Pennycross, Devon.
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About Pennycross
Pennycross is a vibrant neighbourhood within Plymouth, Devon, known for its significant population growth from 6,455 in 2001 to 13,553 by the 2011 census. This increase highlights the area's development potential, making it an important location for planning applications and urban development initiatives.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Plymouth
- Parliamentary constituency: Plymouth Sutton and Devonport
- LSOA: Plymouth 014B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Pennycross.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Pennycross.
- 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 Pennycross based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Pennycross.
- - 7 Rospeath Crescent Plymouth PL2 3SY
A single-storey rear extension which extends beyond the rear wall of the original dwellinghouse by 5.0m, has a maximum height of 2.90m, and has an eaves height of 2.40m
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2023-04-27
View full details - - Grass Verge Of Ham Drive Ham Drive Pennycross Plymouth PL2 3RL
The proposal relates to the installation of up to a 20m high slim-line monopole, supporting 6no. antennas, 1no. wraparound equipment cabinet at the base of the monopole, 2no. equipment cabinets, 1no.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2023-02-02
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A brief summary of Pennycross in Devon
Pennycross is a vibrant neighbourhood within Plymouth, Devon, known for its significant population growth from 6,455 in 2001 to 13,553 by the 2011 census. This increase highlights the area's development potential, making it an important location for planning applications and urban development initiatives.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Pennycross a particularly low-crime area.
Pennycross 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pennycross 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.
Planning Activity in Pennycross
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Pennycross. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 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 Pennycross.
The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Pennycross were outline applications (8), tree works (5), amendments (2).
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 15 smaller schemes were submitted.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.