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Planning in Bissom

Approved
82%
49 of 51 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bissom in the last 24 months, from Cornwall Council's planning register.

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Around Bissom

Postcode districts

TR10 118 applications in the last 12 monthsTR11 511 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cornwall Council

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About Bissom

Bissom is a quaint hamlet located in south Cornwall, England, just half a mile east of the historic town of Penryn. This peaceful settlement offers a rural charm, making it an interesting area for those researching planning applications or developments in the surrounding region.

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

The area around Bissom has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bissom 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 Bissom, 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, 77 planning applications were submitted near Bissom. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), tree works (15), outline applications (9).

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 Bissom?
In the last 24 months, 77 planning applications were submitted near Bissom. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bissom?
The average planning decision time near Bissom is 47 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 Bissom?
The planning approval rate near Bissom is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bissom?
The most common type of planning application near Bissom is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bissom?
You can search and track planning applications near Bissom on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.