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Planning in South Milton

Only 7 decisions near South Milton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of South Milton in the last 24 months, from South Hams District Council's planning register.

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 371 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Hams district.

Property prices in South Milton show an average sale price of £439,283, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the South Milton 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 South Milton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near South Milton, 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, 10 planning applications were submitted near South Milton.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near South Milton?
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near South Milton.
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?
You can search and track planning applications near South Milton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.