Bodmin, Cornwall Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bodmin, Cornwall.
Cornwall · England · Town
About Bodmin
Bodmin is a town and civil parish located in Cornwall, England, just southwest of the picturesque Bodmin Moor. Known for its rich history and scenic surroundings, Bodmin serves as a key hub for planning applications in the region, making it an important area for development and local governance.
Population: 16,909 (2021)
District: Cornwall
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £289,634 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cornwall
- Parliamentary constituency: North Cornwall
- LSOA: Cornwall 014D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bodmin.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bodmin.
- 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 Bodmin based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Bodmin.
- - Oriental Chinese Takeaway 30 Higher Bore Street Bodmin Cornwall PL31 1JW
Submission of details to discharge Condition numbers 2 (Vulnerable species) and 3 (Surface water drainage) in respect of Decision Notice PA25/09248 dated 11/03/26
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 18 Sherwood Drive Bodmin Cornwall PL31 2PR
Two storey extension to western elevation of main dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - Governors House Scarletts Well Road Bodmin Cornwall PL31 2NR
Change of use of existing dwellings to Hospitality Visitor Centre, first and second floor apartments, constructon of glazed link extension and grass roof distillery building and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - Governors House Scarletts Well Road Bodmin Cornwall PL31 2NR
Listed Building Consent for change of use of existing dwellings to Hospitality Visitor Centre, first and second floor apartments, constructon of glazed link extension and grass roof distillery buildin
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - Land North West Of Flaxmoor Terrace Flaxmoor Terrace Bodmin Cornwall
Application for Permission in Principle for a single residential dwelling (minimum of 1, maximum of 1)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-02-27
View full details - - 2 Bodiniel Road Bodmin Cornwall PL31 2PE
Erection of a single storey extension for a kitchen, utility and living room.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - Oriental Chinese Takeaway 30 Higher Bore Street Bodmin Cornwall PL31 1JW
Proposed change of use of takeaway to residential units including alterations and extension to the existing building
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - The Old Library 10 Lower Bore Street Bodmin Cornwall PL31 2JX
Installation of 8kW Roof Mounted Solar Panels
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-08-08
View full details - - Bodmin Library Lower Bore Street Bodmin Cornwall PL31 2JX
Submission of details to discharge conditions 3, 4 and 5 in relation to decision notice PA21/08242 dated 22/12/2021
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-04-26
View full details - - 51A Higher Bore Street Bodmin Cornwall PL31 1JS
Non Material Amendment (1) to Application No. PA19/03487 dated 5th August 2019 for Renovation of two dwellings (51 + 51a Higher Bore St), including the demolition of a rear extension and garage/worksh
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-04-21
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A brief summary of Bodmin in Cornwall
Bodmin is a town and civil parish located in Cornwall, England, just southwest of the picturesque Bodmin Moor. Known for its rich history and scenic surroundings, Bodmin serves as a key hub for planning applications in the region, making it an important area for development and local governance. The Town has a population of approximately 16,909 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cornwall district.
Property prices in Bodmin show an average sale price of £289,634, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bodmin a particularly low-crime area.
Bodmin has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bodmin, Berry Tower, Bodmin. 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 Bodmin includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Camel Valley and Tributaries SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Camel. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bodmin 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.
Planning Activity in Bodmin
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Bodmin. Of these, 11% were approved, with an average decision time of 27 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 Bodmin.
The average decision time of 27 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bodmin were full planning applications (10), outline applications (3), tree works (3). Full planning applications account for 34% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 27 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.