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Planning in Pinhoe

Approved
88%
35 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Pinhoe

Postcode districts

EX1 188 applications in the last 12 monthsEX4 409 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Exeter City Council

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About Pinhoe

Pinhoe, once a village and ecclesiastical parish, is now a suburb located on the northeastern outskirts of Exeter in Devon. As part of the City of Exeter, Pinhoe's population grew from 6,108 in 2001 to 9,588 by the 2021 Census, reflecting its development and integration into the urban landscape. This burgeoning suburb may present a range of planning opportunities and considerations for prospective developers and local authorities. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,454. It sits within the Exeter district.

Property prices in Pinhoe show an average sale price of £342,345, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Pinhoe 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 Pinhoe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Pinhoe has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pinhoe 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 Pinhoe, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near Pinhoe. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (4).

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 Pinhoe?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Pinhoe. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pinhoe?
The average planning decision time near Pinhoe 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 Pinhoe?
The planning approval rate near Pinhoe is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pinhoe?
The most common type of planning application near Pinhoe is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pinhoe?
You can search and track planning applications near Pinhoe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.