How long do planning decisions take near Staddiscombe?

The average planning decision time near Staddiscombe is 58 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 Staddiscombe?

The planning approval rate near Staddiscombe is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Staddiscombe?

The most common type of planning application near Staddiscombe is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Staddiscombe?

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Staddiscombe, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Staddiscombe, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Staddiscombe are administered by Plymouth City Council. View the full Plymouth City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Staddiscombe

Staddiscombe, located in Devon, serves as a commuter suburb of Plymouth and was formerly a civil parish. Its proximity to the city makes it an attractive area for residential development and planning applications, appealing to those seeking a suburban lifestyle with easy access to urban amenities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £238,155 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Plymouth
Parliamentary constituency: South West Devon
LSOA: Plymouth 030C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Staddiscombe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Staddiscombe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Staddiscombe.

- Land rear of 62 Staddiscombe Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL9 9LZ
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 6 (Materials), 8 (Biodiversity), 9 (CMP) & 11 (Light Spill) of planning consent 1129/21/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-16
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- 33 Southgate Avenue Plymouth PL9 9LW
Replacement single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-02-10
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A brief summary of Staddiscombe in Devon

Property prices in Staddiscombe show an average sale price of £238,155, 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 Staddiscombe a particularly low-crime area.

Staddiscombe 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 Staddiscombe includes 9 Ancient Woodland sites; 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.

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Planning Activity in Staddiscombe

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Staddiscombe. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 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 Staddiscombe.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Staddiscombe slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Staddiscombe were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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