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STOKE planning approval rate

STOKE ward in Plymouth has a 94.6% approval rate based on 427 planning decisions. Plymouth overall: 92.0%.

Last updated: September 2026

94.6%
ward approval rate
427
Decisions
404
Approved
23
Refused
92.0%
Plymouth average

STOKE sits slightly above the Plymouth average, with a 2.5 point advantage. Planning outcomes here are generally favourable.

How STOKE compares

STOKE ward (427 decided)
94.6%
Plymouth overall (4,579 decided)
92.0%
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Recent decisions in STOKE

Change of use from offices to four houses in multiple occupation (Class C4) with · Fri 25 Sep 2026
Approved
Replacement of rear roof covering · Fri 24 Jul 2026
Approved
Detached garage and associated step works · Fri 17 Jul 2026
Approved
Loft conversion with rear dormer · Thu 09 Jul 2026
Approved
Establish use of the property as 3 flats (Class C3). · Thu 18 Jun 2026
Approved

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