How long do planning decisions take near Cadgwith?

The average planning decision time near Cadgwith is 60 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 Cadgwith?

The planning approval rate near Cadgwith is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cadgwith?

The most common type of planning application near Cadgwith is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cadgwith?

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Cadgwith, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cadgwith, Cornwall.

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About Cadgwith

Cadgwith is a picturesque village and fishing port located on the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall, England. Nestled between The Lizard and Coverack, it falls within the civil parish of Grade Ruan, making it a unique location for those interested in planning applications in a scenic coastal setting.

District: Grade-Ruan

Website: https://www.cadgwith.com/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £314,379 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: St Ives
LSOA: Cornwall 073E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cadgwith.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cadgwith.

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 Cadgwith based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Cadgwith.

- Ship Cottage Cadgwith Ruan Minor Helston Cornwall TR12 7JX
Pre application advice for refurbishment and minor alterations to a Grade II listed cottage
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-02
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- The Watch House Cadgwith Ruan Minor Helston Cornwall TR12 7JX
Conversion of shop to form part of existing dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-02-18
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- Atlinto Cadgwith Ruan Minor Helston Cornwall TR12 7LA
SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION INCLUDING EXTERNAL & INTERNAL ALTERATIONS AND FORMATION OF FIRST FLOOR BALCONY
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-10-08
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- High Massetts Prazegooth Lane Cadgwith Ruan Minor Helston Cornwall TR12 7LA
Proposed construction of a new domestic shed for the storage of garden equipment and construction of a studio space for artistic pursuits and gym-related activities, ancillary to the principal dwellin
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-05-07
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- Chy War Dinas Car Park Barn Hill Cadgwith Ruan Minor Cornwall
Works to trees subject to a Tree Preservation Order - G1 (Group of Elms), coppice stems leaning into car park and crown lift lower branches to clear car park to 5.2m
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-10-13
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A brief summary of Cadgwith in Cornwall

Property prices in Cadgwith show an average sale price of £314,379, 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 Cadgwith a particularly low-crime area.

Cadgwith has one conservation area within its boundaries: Cadgwith. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Cadgwith includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Caerthillian to Kennack SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cornwall; 4 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): The Lizard, Lizard Point. 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, Cadgwith planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.cadgwith.com/. 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 Cadgwith

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Cadgwith. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 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 Cadgwith.

At 60 days on average, decisions near Cadgwith slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Cadgwith were full planning applications (4), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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