How long do planning decisions take near Plymstock?

The average planning decision time near Plymstock is 67 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 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Plymstock?

The most common type of planning application near Plymstock is discharge of conditions, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Plymstock?

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Plymstock, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Plymstock, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Plymstock are administered by Devon County Council. View the full Devon County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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.

District: City of Plymouth

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £238,540 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Plymouth
Parliamentary constituency: South West Devon
LSOA: Plymouth 032A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Plymstock.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Plymstock.

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 Plymstock based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Plymstock.

- 14 Church Road Plymstock Plymouth PL9 9AH
Proposed loft conversion including hip to gable roof and rear dormer
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-07-09
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26/00967/FUL - 14 Church Road Plymstock Plymouth PL9 9AH
Proposed loft conversion including hip to gable roof and rear dormer
Status: Undecided | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-07-09
- 11A Stanborough Road Plymouth PL9 8SP
Single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-07-02
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- 18 Dean Hill Plymouth PL9 9AB
Single storey rear extensions with associated raised terrace and new front access ramp
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-06-05
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26/00749/CDM - 11A Church Road Plymstock Plymouth PL9 9AJ
Condition Discharge: Condition 3 (Management Plan) of application 26/00166/FUL
Status: Undecided | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-06-01
- 11A Church Road Plymstock Plymouth PL9 9AJ
Condition Discharge: Condition 3 (Management Plan) of application 26/00166/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-05-28
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- 2 Dean Hill Plymouth PL9 9AA
Pre-application for extension above existing flat roof area, and possible ground floor extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-03-06
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- 50 Dunstone Road Plymstock Plymouth PL9 8SF
Variation of Condition 1 (Approved Plans) of application 25/00684/FUL to add a first floor rear extension to main building, external wall insulation, and alterations to window/door arrangement
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2025-08-29
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- Flats 1, 2, 5 And 6, Wixenford Court Plymouth PL9 8LU
G1 2x Birch - reduce height 6m to 3.5m and lateral reduction road side only to lift above 5m from lower ground level any branches over road.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2025-06-25
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- Strathmore, 46 Rocky Park Road Plymouth PL9 7DQ
T1 - Ash - Reduce lowest lateral branches on eastern canopy to achieve a clearance of 3m from neighbouring roof and crown raise remaining canopy to achieve a clearance of 8m from ground level to balan
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2024-08-21
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A brief summary of Plymstock in Devon

Property prices in Plymstock show an average sale price of £238,540, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Plymstock a particularly low-crime area.

Plymstock 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Plymstock includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Billacombe SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Plymstock

In the last 24 months, 47 planning applications were submitted near Plymstock. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 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 Plymstock.

At 67 days on average, decisions near Plymstock slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Plymstock were discharge of conditions (13), outline applications (9), full planning applications (3).

In terms of development scale, 3 large-scale (major) developments, 3 medium-scale applications, 25 smaller schemes were submitted.

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