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Planning in Woodland (PL21)

Approved
86%
31 of 35 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Woodland (PL21) in the last 24 months, from South Hams District Council's planning register.

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About Woodland (PL21)

Woodland is a quaint hamlet and civil parish located in the Teignbridge district of Devon, England. Situated approximately 2.25 miles east of Ashburton, this small community offers a rural setting that may be of interest for planning applications and developments in the surrounding area. The settlement has a population of approximately 164 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Teignbridge district.

Property prices in Woodland show an average sale price of £350,890, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

The area around Woodland has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Woodland 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 Woodland, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near Woodland. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), tree works (7), outline applications (6).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Woodland (PL21)?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Woodland (PL21). The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Woodland (PL21)?
The average planning decision time near Woodland (PL21) is 71 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 Woodland (PL21)?
The planning approval rate near Woodland (PL21) is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Woodland (PL21)?
The most common type of planning application near Woodland (PL21) is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Woodland (PL21)?
You can search and track planning applications near Woodland (PL21) on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.