Preston planning approval rate
Preston ward in Torbay has a 82.7% approval rate based on 388 planning decisions. Torbay overall: 79.3%.
Last updated: September 2026
82.7%
ward approval rate
388
Decisions
321
Approved
67
Refused
79.3%
Torbay average
Preston sits slightly above the Torbay average, with a 3.4 point advantage. Planning outcomes here are generally favourable.
How Preston compares
Preston ward
82.7%
Torbay overall
79.3%
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Recent decisions in Preston
Replacement and extension of terrace with decking to front to include a raised s · Mon 28 Sep 2026
Construction of single storey rear (N) and side (E) extension, front (S) canopie · Fri 04 Sep 2026
Construction of first-floor extension with gable-ended roof, including raised te · Thu 03 Sep 2026
Construction of single detached house (self build) within curtilage of property. · Wed 22 Jul 2026
Construction of two storey side extensions (SE and NW) to include loft conversio · Tue 21 Jul 2026
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✓ Appeal success rates
✓ PDF report to share with your architect
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