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46 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Brea · updated daily · Cornwall Council

Only 9 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 46 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Planning in Brea

Approved
79%
22 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Brea

Postcode districts

TR14 248 applications in the last 12 monthsTR15 129 applications in the last 12 monthsTR16 226 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cornwall Council

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About Brea

Brea is a village located in Cornwall, England, positioned between the towns of Camborne and Redruth within the civil parish of Carn Brea. The area comprises Brea, Lower Brea, and Higher Brea, and features the Red River flowing through its landscape. The prominent hill of Carn Brea, crowned by a monument to Francis Basset, adds to the village's distinctive character, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region. It sits within the Cornwall district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Brea 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 Brea, 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, 69 planning applications were submitted near Brea. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (13), full planning applications (11), amendments (10). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Brea?
In the last 24 months, 69 planning applications were submitted near Brea. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Brea?
The average planning decision time near Brea is 51 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 Brea?
The planning approval rate near Brea is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Brea?
The most common type of planning application near Brea is discharge of conditions, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Brea?
You can search and track planning applications near Brea on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.