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Planning in Pennycross

Approved
88%
82 of 88 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Pennycross

Postcode districts

PL2 94 applications in the last 12 monthsPL3 173 applications in the last 12 monthsPL5 123 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 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.

Property prices in Pennycross show an average sale price of £238,540, 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 Pennycross a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Pennycross, 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, 115 planning applications were submitted near Pennycross. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were outline applications (10), tree works (6), amendments (2).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pennycross?
In the last 24 months, 115 planning applications were submitted near Pennycross. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pennycross?
The average planning decision time near Pennycross is 59 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 Pennycross?
The planning approval rate near Pennycross is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pennycross?
The most common type of planning application near Pennycross is outline applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pennycross?
You can search and track planning applications near Pennycross on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.