How long do planning decisions take near South Milton?

The average planning decision time near South Milton is 77 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 South Milton?

The planning approval rate near South Milton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near South Milton?

The most common type of planning application near South Milton is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near South Milton?

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South Milton, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near South Milton, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in South Milton are administered by South Hams District Council. View the full South Hams District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About South Milton

South Milton is a village and civil parish located in the South Hams district of Devon, England, approximately 2 miles southwest of Kingsbridge. The parish encompasses the hamlets of Sutton to the south and Upton to the north, and as of 2021, it has a population of 371. This quaint coastal area offers potential for various planning applications, catering to both residential and community developments.

Population: 371 (2021)

District: South Hams

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £368,500 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Hams
Parliamentary constituency: South Devon
LSOA: South Hams 010B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near South Milton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 South Milton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near South Milton.

- South Milton Nursery and Flower Farm South Milton TQ7 3JB
Change of use from temporary dwelling (3748/21/FUL) to permanent agricultural worker's dwelling and proposed two storey extension to rear with landscaping and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-11-21
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- Car Park Opposite Links Hotel, Links Court Service Roads, Thurlestone, TQ7 3JQ
Part-retrospective application for installation of 1 solar/main-powered parking pay meter with canopy, ANPR Camera, peripherals & post & levelling of site with permeable surfacing materials
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-02-12
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- Mill Mead, South Milton, TQ7 3JP
Householder application for proposed single storey extension to the existing garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2023-03-24
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A brief summary of South Milton in Devon

Property prices in South Milton show an average sale price of £368,500, 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 South Milton a particularly low-crime area.

South Milton 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 South Milton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): South Milton Ley SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): South Devon. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Milton 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.

Planning Activity in South Milton

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near South Milton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near South Milton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 77 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near South Milton were full planning applications (4). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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