How long do planning decisions take near Weston Mill?

The average planning decision time near Weston Mill is 45 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 Weston Mill?

The planning approval rate near Weston Mill is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Weston Mill?

The most common type of planning application near Weston Mill is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Weston Mill?

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Weston Mill, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Weston Mill, Devon.

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About Weston Mill

Weston Mill is a historic district in the Ham ward of Plymouth, Devon, featuring a blend of its early roots mentioned in the Domesday Book and Victorian-era developments. Divided by Weston Mill Hill, it lies adjacent to the Ham Woods Nature Reserve and is close to the Devonport Dockyard, a significant naval base. The majority of homes in Weston Mill are privately owned, with the A3064 'St. Budeaux Bypass' providing crucial access to the area. The combined population with nearby King's Tamerton was recorded at 4,647 in the 2001 census, making it an important community for planning considerations.

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Area Information

Admin district: Plymouth
Parliamentary constituency: Plymouth Sutton and Devonport
LSOA: Plymouth 026A

Crime Statistics

285 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 148
criminal-damage-arson: 30
anti-social-behaviour: 26
public-order: 13
burglary: 12
vehicle-crime: 12
drugs: 11
other-theft: 10
other-crime: 10
shoplifting: 9
possession-of-weapons: 2
robbery: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Weston Mill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Weston Mill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Weston Mill.

- 45 Wordsworth Road Plymouth PL2 2JQ
Pre-application for conversion of workshop in the rear courtyard of 45 Wordsworth Road into a habitable space annex
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-02-13
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- 3 Church Way Plymouth PL5 1AQ
Pre-application for extension to front of house including porch
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2025-02-11
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A brief summary of Weston Mill in Devon

The Weston Mill area recorded 285 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.

Weston Mill 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 Weston Mill includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 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 Weston Mill

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Weston Mill. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 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 Weston Mill.

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Weston Mill were outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (3), listed building and heritage (2).

In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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