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Planning in Cornwood

Only 6 decisions near Cornwood in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Cornwood in the last 24 months, from South Hams District Council's planning register.

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About Cornwood

Cornwood is a quaint village and civil parish located in the South Hams district of Devon, England, with a population of 988 residents. It falls within the electoral ward of Cornwood and Sparkwell, which had a total population of 2,321 according to the 2011 census. This charming area may present opportunities for planning applications, given its community-focused environment and ongoing development needs. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,044 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Hams district.

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

The area around Cornwood has 13 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cornwood 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 Cornwood, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Cornwood.

The most common types were outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cornwood?
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Cornwood.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cornwood?
The most common type of planning application near Cornwood is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cornwood?
You can search and track planning applications near Cornwood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.