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Planning in Strete

Approved
100%
19 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Strete

Strete is a picturesque coastal village and civil parish located in the South Hams district of Devon, England. Nestled along the shores of Start Bay, it lies within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it an appealing area for planning applications related to residential and environmental development. The settlement has a population of approximately 489 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Hams district.

Property prices in Strete show an average sale price of £517,659, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Strete a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Strete 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 Strete, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Strete. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (5), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Strete?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Strete. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Strete?
The average planning decision time near Strete is 52 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 Strete?
The planning approval rate near Strete is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Strete?
The most common type of planning application near Strete is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Strete?
You can search and track planning applications near Strete on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.