How long do planning decisions take near Torbay?

The average planning decision time near Torbay is 62 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 Torbay?

The planning approval rate near Torbay is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Torbay?

The most common type of planning application near Torbay is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Torbay?

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Torbay, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Torbay, Devon.

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About Torbay

Torbay is a unitary authority and borough in Devon, England, governed by Torbay Council, which is headquartered in Torquay. This coastal area encompasses the towns of Torquay, Paignton, and Brixham, and boasts a population of 139,324 as of 2021. Covering 24.27 square miles along the picturesque Tor Bay, known as the English Riviera, Torbay is renowned for its sandy beaches, mild climate, and a variety of recreational attractions, making it a significant focus for planning applications related to tourism and development.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £268,509 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Torbay
Parliamentary constituency: South Devon
LSOA: Torbay 013B

Crime Statistics

171 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 80
anti-social-behaviour: 23
shoplifting: 13
criminal-damage-arson: 10
other-theft: 10
public-order: 9
drugs: 6
vehicle-crime: 5
burglary: 4
other-crime: 4
possession-of-weapons: 3
robbery: 3
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Torbay.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Torbay based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Torbay.

- 8 Colin Road Paignton TQ3 2NR
Certificate of lawfulness for existing: use as a children care home within use class C2.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Torbay | Date: 2026-04-28
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- 35 Polsham Park Paignton TQ3 2AD
G1 - X3 mature Sycamore - Repollard at 8m - Due to the close proximity to the adjacent railway line Creation of weak unions and cavities due to historic pollarding works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Torbay | Date: 2026-04-21
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- 1-10 Marine Court Marine Gardens Paignton TQ3 2NT
Installation of fixed line broadband apparatus, including 9m light wooden pole.
Status: Conditions | Type: Telecoms | Council: Torbay | Date: 2026-04-21
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- 314 Torquay Road Paignton TQ3 2DZ
Change of use to ground floor from mixed-use commercial and residential space, to 1no. 1-bedroom residential apartment.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Torbay | Date: 2026-02-19
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- Site At Seaway Crescent (The Workshop) Paignton TQ3 2PE
Demolition and replacement of workshop with two 3-bed semi-detached dwellings, with associated landscaping and amenity space.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Torbay | Date: 2025-10-21
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- Myplace Centre Parkfield Colin Road Paignton TQ3 2NR
Non-material amendment relating to P/2018/1113. Amendments sought: infill of two former roller shutter door openings, enlargement of existing window opening and installation of powder-coated aluminium
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Torbay | Date: 2025-08-19
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- The Ship 26 Manor Road Paignton TQ3 2HR
Replacement fascia sign, sign written logo and hanging sign, all with external lighting, retention of existing corex sign.
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Torbay | Date: 2025-06-20
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- (The Former) Torbay Sands Hotel 16 Marine Parade Preston Paignton TQ3 2NU
Creation of two semi-detached garages. The proposed development to which the application relates is situated within 10 metres of relevant railway land.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Torbay | Date: 2024-03-22
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- 14 Orient Road Paignton TQ3 2PB
Formation of ground floor rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torbay | Date: 2023-11-01
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- 14 Rowcroft Road Paignton TQ3 2RE
Formation of single storey side extension to east elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Torbay | Date: 2023-08-23
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A brief summary of Torbay in Devon

Property prices in Torbay show an average sale price of £268,509, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Torbay area recorded 171 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Torbay has 6 conservation areas within its boundaries: Polsham Park, Roundham and Paignton Harbour, Old Paignton, Shorton, Chelston, Cockington. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Torbay includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Roundham Head SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Lyme Bay and Torbay. 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 Torbay

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Torbay. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Torbay maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Torbay slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Torbay were full planning applications (6), tree works (3), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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