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Planning in Carlyon Bay

Approved
89%
16 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Carlyon Bay

Postcode districts

PL25 199 applications in the last 12 monthsPL24 58 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cornwall Council

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About Carlyon Bay

Carlyon Bay, situated approximately 2 miles east of St Austell, boasts a stunning bay and three picturesque beaches on Cornwall's south coast. This scenic area is an attractive location for planning applications, particularly for developments related to tourism and coastal activities. It sits within the St. Austell Bay district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Carlyon Bay 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 Carlyon Bay, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Carlyon Bay. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), tree works (4), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Carlyon Bay?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Carlyon Bay. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Carlyon Bay?
The average planning decision time near Carlyon Bay is 50 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 Carlyon Bay?
The planning approval rate near Carlyon Bay is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Carlyon Bay?
The most common type of planning application near Carlyon Bay is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Carlyon Bay?
You can search and track planning applications near Carlyon Bay on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.