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12 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Whitleigh · updated daily · Plymouth City Council

Planning in Whitleigh

Approved
88%
23 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Whitleigh

Postcode districts

PL5 123 applications in the last 12 monthsPL6 220 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 Whitleigh

Whitleigh is a residential district located within the Budshead electoral ward of Plymouth, Devon. Bordered by Southway, Honicknowle, West Park, Crownhill, and St Budeaux, it has a population of approximately 7,870 as of 2017. This growing community presents various planning opportunities for developers and local authorities.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Whitleigh 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 Whitleigh a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Whitleigh has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whitleigh 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Whitleigh, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Whitleigh. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (7), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1).

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Whitleigh?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Whitleigh. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Whitleigh?
The average planning decision time near Whitleigh is 53 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 Whitleigh?
The planning approval rate near Whitleigh is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Whitleigh?
The most common type of planning application near Whitleigh is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Whitleigh?
You can search and track planning applications near Whitleigh on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.