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Planning in Plymouth

Approved
89%
107 of 114 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Plymouth City CouncilCouncil page

Around Plymouth

Postcode districts

PL3 174 applications in the last 12 monthsPL2 93 applications in the last 12 monthsPL4 208 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 Plymouth

Plymouth is a vibrant port city and unitary authority situated on the south coast of Devon, South West England, nestled between the rivers Plym and Tamar. Located approximately 36 miles southwest of Exeter and 193 miles from London, it stands as the most populous city in the county, making it a focal point for planning applications and urban development in the region.

Property prices in Plymouth show an average sale price of £238,540, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Plymouth 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 Plymouth 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, Plymouth 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 Plymouth, 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, 157 planning applications were submitted near Plymouth. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were outline applications (8), tree works (7), amendments (6).

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 Plymouth?
In the last 24 months, 157 planning applications were submitted near Plymouth. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Plymouth?
The average planning decision time near Plymouth is 57 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 Plymouth?
The planning approval rate near Plymouth is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Plymouth?
The most common type of planning application near Plymouth is outline applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Plymouth?
You can search and track planning applications near Plymouth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.