How long do planning decisions take near Beacon?

The average planning decision time near Beacon is 34 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 Beacon?

The planning approval rate near Beacon is 43%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Beacon?

The most common type of planning application near Beacon is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Beacon, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Beacon, Cornwall.

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About Beacon

Bodmin is a town and civil parish located in Cornwall, England, positioned to the south-west of Bodmin Moor. This area is significant for its historical context and potential development opportunities, making it a key location for planning applications within the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: St Ives
LSOA: Cornwall 059A

Crime Statistics

171 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 96
anti-social-behaviour: 21
criminal-damage-arson: 12
public-order: 10
other-theft: 8
vehicle-crime: 7
shoplifting: 5
burglary: 3
drugs: 3
other-crime: 3
theft-from-the-person: 2
possession-of-weapons: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Beacon.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Beacon.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Beacon based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Beacon.

- STREET RECORD Lady Drive Pengegon Cornwall
The Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and restrictions) Regulations 2003 (as amended) Regulation 5 Notice of Intention to Install Fixed Line Broadband Apparatus.
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-05-01
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- 22 Trevu Road Camborne Cornwall TR14 7AD
Works to trees subject to a Tree Preservation Order (TPO), works include proposed reduction by one third in height to Three Holm Oaks and One Sycamore
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-04-07
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- 48 Condurrow Road Beacon Camborne Cornwall TR14 7SR
Submission of details to discharge Condition 10 verification scheme in respect of Decision Notice PA22/03828) dated 22.09.2022
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-10-16
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- 48 Condurrow Road Beacon Camborne Cornwall TR14 7SR
Submission of details to Discharge Condition 5 in respect of Decision Notice PA22/03828 dated 22/09/2022.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-06-24
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- 48 Condurrow Road Beacon Camborne Cornwall TR14 7SR
Submission of details to discharge conditions 5, 6, 8, 9, 10 and 12 in relation to decision notice PA22/03828 dated 22.09.2022
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-02-04
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- 15 Carnarthen Street Camborne Cornwall TR14 8UW
Rear extensions at ground floor and first floor level, and new detached garage to rear of dwelling.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-06-16
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- The Spinney 24 Trevu Road Camborne Cornwall TR14 7AD
5 day exception notice to fell a dangerous tree
Status: Permitted | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-04-21
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A brief summary of Beacon in Cornwall

The Beacon area recorded 171 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Beacon has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: South Roskear, Camborne, Town Centre, Tuckingmill. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Beacon includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): West Cornwall Bryophytes SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Beacon

In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Beacon. Of these, 43% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Beacon.

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Beacon were full planning applications (12), tree works (10), outline applications (6). Full planning applications account for 27% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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