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Planning in Boscastle

Approved
84%
16 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Boscastle

Postcode districts

PL35 42 applications in the last 12 monthsPL25 200 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cornwall Council

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About Boscastle

Boscastle is a picturesque village and fishing port located on the north coast of Cornwall, within the civil parish of Forrabury and Minster. Situated 14 miles south of Bude and 5 miles northeast of Tintagel, it boasts a natural harbour protected by historic stone walls built in 1584, making it the only significant harbour for 20 miles along the coast. The village is nestled within the valleys of the River Valency and River Jordan, and it experienced substantial flooding from heavy rainfall in August 2004, which may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area. It sits within the Forrabury and Minster district.

Property prices in Boscastle show an average sale price of £341,269, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Boscastle area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Boscastle has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Boscastle 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.boscastlecornwall.org.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Boscastle, 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, 40 planning applications were submitted near Boscastle. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), outline applications (5), tree works (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Boscastle?
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Boscastle. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Boscastle?
The average planning decision time near Boscastle is 48 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 Boscastle?
The planning approval rate near Boscastle is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Boscastle?
The most common type of planning application near Boscastle is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Boscastle?
You can search and track planning applications near Boscastle on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.