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Planning in Plymstock

Approved
89%
68 of 71 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Plymstock

Plymstock, located in Devon, serves as a commuter suburb of Plymouth and was formerly a civil parish. Its proximity to Plymouth makes it an attractive area for residential development, providing opportunities for planning applications focused on housing and infrastructure to support the growing community. It sits within the City of Plymouth district.

Property prices in Plymstock 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 Plymstock 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 Plymstock a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Plymstock has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Plymstock 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 Plymstock, 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, 104 planning applications were submitted near Plymstock. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were outline applications (10), discharge of conditions (10), tree works (3). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Plymstock?
In the last 24 months, 104 planning applications were submitted near Plymstock. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Plymstock?
The average planning decision time near Plymstock is 68 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 Plymstock?
The planning approval rate near Plymstock is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Plymstock?
The most common type of planning application near Plymstock is outline applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Plymstock?
You can search and track planning applications near Plymstock on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.