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Planning in Uplyme

Approved
78%
45 of 53 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Uplyme in the last 24 months, from East Devon District Council's planning register.

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About Uplyme

Uplyme is a picturesque village and civil parish located in East Devon, near the Devon-Dorset border along the River Lym, and close to the coastal town of Lyme Regis. With a population of around 1,700, as recorded in the 2011 census, Uplyme falls within the electoral ward of Trinity, which had a total population of 2,521 at the same time. This charming area is relevant for planning applications, as its growing community may influence local development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,721 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Devon district.

Uplyme covers an area of approximately 1496.9 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Uplyme show an average sale price of £559,648, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Uplyme 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 Uplyme a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Uplyme has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Uplyme 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 Uplyme, 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, 80 planning applications were submitted near Uplyme. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (28), tree works (17), discharge of conditions (11).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Uplyme?
In the last 24 months, 80 planning applications were submitted near Uplyme. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Uplyme?
The average planning decision time near Uplyme is 61 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 Uplyme?
The planning approval rate near Uplyme is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Uplyme?
The most common type of planning application near Uplyme is full planning applications, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Uplyme?
You can search and track planning applications near Uplyme on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.