How long do planning decisions take near Turnchapel?

The average planning decision time near Turnchapel is 66 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 Turnchapel?

The planning approval rate near Turnchapel is 60%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Turnchapel?

The most common type of planning application near Turnchapel is outline applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Turnchapel?

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Turnchapel, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Turnchapel, Devon.

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About Turnchapel

Turnchapel, located in Devon, is a charming commuter suburb of Plymouth that was once a civil parish. Known for its picturesque setting, this area offers a blend of residential living and easy access to the amenities of the nearby city, making it a key focus for planning applications and development opportunities.

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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: South Hams
Parliamentary constituency: South West Devon
LSOA: South Hams 009B

Crime Statistics

26 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 18
criminal-damage-arson: 2
public-order: 2
anti-social-behaviour: 1
burglary: 1
other-theft: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Turnchapel.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Turnchapel based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Turnchapel.

- 5 Church Hill Road Plymouth PL9 9SE
Hipped to gable loft conversion with rear dormer
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-01-27
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- 43 Tapson Drive Plymouth PL9 9UA
Extension to rear of existing dwelling house
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-01-21
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A brief summary of Turnchapel in Devon

Property prices in Turnchapel show an average sale price of £238,155, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Turnchapel area recorded 26 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.

Turnchapel 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 Turnchapel includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Faraday Road SSSI, Wallsend Industrial Estate SSSI, Plymouth Sound Shores and Cliffs SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): South Devon; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Plymouth Sound & Estuaries. 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 Turnchapel

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Turnchapel. Of these, 60% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 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 Turnchapel.

At 66 days on average, decisions near Turnchapel slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Turnchapel were outline applications (7), full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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