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Planning in Boscoppa

Approved
84%
16 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Boscoppa

Boscoppa is a suburb of St Austell, Cornwall, located to the west of the A391 bypass road. Once an independent village, it has transformed into a residential area within the larger town. The settlement is situated in a former mining region, which may influence planning considerations and redevelopment opportunities in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Boscoppa 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 Boscoppa a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Boscoppa has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Boscoppa 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 Boscoppa, 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, 41 planning applications were submitted near Boscoppa. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (7), outline applications (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Boscoppa?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Boscoppa. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Boscoppa?
The average planning decision time near Boscoppa is 46 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 Boscoppa?
The planning approval rate near Boscoppa is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Boscoppa?
The most common type of planning application near Boscoppa is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Boscoppa?
You can search and track planning applications near Boscoppa on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.