Connor Downs, Cornwall Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Connor Downs, Cornwall.
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Planning applications in Connor Downs are administered by Cornwall Council. View the full Cornwall Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Connor Downs
Connor Downs is a village located in west Cornwall, within the civil parish of Gwinear-Gwithian. Situated roughly two miles east of Hayle and south-southeast of Gwithian churchtown, it offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility. Historically, the name "Connor" is derived from Connerton, the medieval manor associated with the parish of Gwithian, adding to the area's rich heritage.
Elevation: 63.4m
District: Cornwall
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £319,229 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cornwall
- Parliamentary constituency: Camborne and Redruth
- LSOA: Cornwall 057B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Connor Downs.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Connor Downs.
- 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 Connor Downs based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
11 planning applications found near Connor Downs.
- - Land South Of 55 Turnpike Road Connor Downs Hayle Cornwall TR27 5DT
Construction of two dwellings (revised design), formation of new site access to serve No.55, and all associated works with variation of conditions 2, 3, 4 and 6 of appeal decision notice APP/D0840/W/2
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-06-10
View full details - PA26/03725 - 4 Ellis Meadow Connor Downs Hayle Cornwall TR27 5FB
To enter into a new Section 106 agreement based on the Council's shared ownership template for inidividual dwellings (Rockwell Leases).
Status: Undecided | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-06-01 - - 4 Ellis Meadow Connor Downs Hayle Cornwall TR27 5FB
To enter into a new Section 106 agreement based on the Council's shared ownership template for inidividual dwellings (Rockwell Leases).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-06-01
View full details - - Land South Of 55 Turnpike Road Turnpike Road Connor Downs Hayle Cornwall TR27 5DT
Non Material Amendment in respect of Decision Notice PA22/08889 (allowed on Appeal APP/D0840/W/23/3326994 dated 17th April 2024), namely, to phase the development into 3 phases, consequently amending
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-05-29
View full details - PA26/03315 - 3 Ellis Meadow Connor Downs Hayle Cornwall TR27 5FB
To enter into a new Section 106 agreement based on the Council's shared ownership template for individual dwellings (Rockwell leases).
Status: Undecided | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-05-14 - - 10 Ellis Meadow Connor Downs Hayle Cornwall TR27 5FB
To enter into a new Section 106 agreement based on the Council's shared ownership template for individual dwellings (Rockwell leases).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-04-30
View full details - - Land South Of 42 To 60 Turnpike Road Connor Downs Cornwall
Permission in Principle for the construction of up to 9 dwellings open market homes (minimum of 5, maximum of 9)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - 1 Ellis Meadow Connor Downs Hayle Cornwall TR27 5FB
To enter into a new Section 106 agreement based on the Council's shared ownership template for individual dwellings (Rockwell leases).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - Land North West Of Angarrack Lane Connor Downs TR27 5JF
Non material amendment in relation to Decision Notice PA22/05411 dated 16.06.2023: Revision to condition 14. Proposed wording: "The road widening and traffic calming works shall be undertaken in full
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - Land West Of Sea View 2 Trenawin Lane Connor Downs Cornwall TR27 5JG
Application for Permission in Principle for the construction of up to 4 dwellings (minimum of 2, maximum of 4)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-06
View full details - - Elizabeth Sampson Playing Field End Of Arundel Way Connor Downs Cornwall TR27 5DS
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed Refurbishment of the Elizabeth Sampson Playing Field, with new and replacement play equipment including a zip wire, swings including a l
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-07-31
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A brief summary of Connor Downs in Cornwall
Connor Downs is a village located in west Cornwall, within the civil parish of Gwinear-Gwithian. Situated roughly two miles east of Hayle and south-southeast of Gwithian churchtown, it offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility. Historically, the name "Connor" is derived from Connerton, the medieval manor associated with the parish of Gwithian, adding to the area's rich heritage. It sits within the Cornwall district.
Connor Downs sits at an elevation of 63.4 metres above sea level. The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Connor Downs show an average sale price of £319,229, 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 Connor Downs a particularly low-crime area.
Connor Downs has one conservation area within its boundaries: Gwithian. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Connor Downs 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.
Planning Activity in Connor Downs
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Connor Downs. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 95 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 Connor Downs.
With an average of 95 days, decisions near Connor Downs take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Connor Downs were outline applications (8), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (3).
Nearby Towns
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