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Planning in Weston Mill

Approved
83%
35 of 39 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Weston Mill in the last 24 months, from Plymouth City Council's planning register.

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Around Weston Mill

Postcode districts

PL5 123 applications in the last 12 monthsPL2 94 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Plymouth City Council

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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.

Property prices in Weston Mill show an average sale price of £238,540, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Weston Mill 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 Weston Mill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Weston Mill 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 Weston Mill, 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, 53 planning applications were submitted near Weston Mill. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (5), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Weston Mill?
In the last 24 months, 53 planning applications were submitted near Weston Mill. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Weston Mill?
The average planning decision time near Weston Mill is 69 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 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 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 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Weston Mill?
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