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Planning in Woodford (PL7)

Approved
91%
43 of 45 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Woodford (PL7) in the last 24 months, from Plymouth City Council's planning register.

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About Woodford (PL7)

Woodford is a settlement located in Devon, England.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Woodford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Woodford 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 Woodford, 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, 57 planning applications were submitted near Woodford. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were outline applications (5), tree works (4), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Woodford (PL7)?
In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Woodford (PL7). The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Woodford (PL7)?
The average planning decision time near Woodford (PL7) is 64 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 Woodford (PL7)?
The planning approval rate near Woodford (PL7) is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Woodford (PL7)?
The most common type of planning application near Woodford (PL7) is outline applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Woodford (PL7)?
You can search and track planning applications near Woodford (PL7) on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.