How long do planning decisions take near Comford?

The average planning decision time near Comford is 36 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 Comford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Comford?

The most common type of planning application near Comford is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Comford?

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Comford, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Comford, Cornwall.

Cornwall · England · settlement

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About Comford

Comford is a small settlement located in Cornwall, England, approximately 3 miles southeast of Redruth along the A393 road. Its proximity to Gwennap makes it a noteworthy area for those interested in planning applications within this part of Cornwall.

District: Cornwall

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £263,950 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: Camborne and Redruth
LSOA: Cornwall 045D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Comford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Comford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Comford.

- Penventon Nursery Gwennap Redruth Cornwall TR16 6AS
Submission of details to discharge Condition numbers 16 in respect of Decision Notice PA20/08877 dated 19/04/21
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-10-03
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A brief summary of Comford in Cornwall

Property prices in Comford show an average sale price of £263,950, 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 Comford a particularly low-crime area.

Comford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Gwennap. 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 Comford includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Comford

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Comford. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 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 Comford.

The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Comford were outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

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