Crowlas, Cornwall Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Crowlas, Cornwall.
Cornwall · England · settlement
About Crowlas
Crowlas is a charming village in Cornwall, located on the A30 just three miles east of Penzance, and it forms a small conurbation with Ludgvan. The area features a variety of local amenities, including a Chinese takeaway, a shop, and the well-regarded Star Inn pub known for its local beers. Additionally, the modern Methodist Chapel in Chapel Square serves as a hub for community activities, while Coast FM broadcasts on 96.5 and 97.2 FM, adding to the village's vibrant community spirit.
Elevation: 18.4m
District: Ludgvan
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £307,312 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cornwall
- Parliamentary constituency: St Ives
- LSOA: Cornwall 065D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Crowlas.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Crowlas.
- 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 Crowlas based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Crowlas.
- - Land Adjacent To Higher Carvossa Bungalow Blowing House Hill Ludgvan Penzance Cornwall TR20 8AW
Proposed low energy 3-bedroom self/custom build dwelling with garden studio.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 9 Strawberry Fields Crowlas Penzance Cornwall TR20 8BH
To revoke the existing s.106 agreement dated 10.10.08 and enter into the Council's new s.106 single dwelling template for lending purposes.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - Land South Of Elm Cottage Penzance Crowlas TR20 8DS
Application for Technical Details Consent for the construction of 5 dwellings following Permission in Principle approval PA23/08224
Status: Undecided | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - 2 Tregender Hill Tregender Lane Crowlas Penzance Cornwall TR20 8DJ
Refurbishment, single-storey side extension & 1st floor extension with small roof terrace
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-06-14
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A brief summary of Crowlas in Cornwall
Crowlas is a charming village in Cornwall, located on the A30 just three miles east of Penzance, and it forms a small conurbation with Ludgvan. The area features a variety of local amenities, including a Chinese takeaway, a shop, and the well-regarded Star Inn pub known for its local beers. Additionally, the modern Methodist Chapel in Chapel Square serves as a hub for community activities, while Coast FM broadcasts on 96.5 and 97.2 FM, adding to the village's vibrant community spirit. It sits within the Ludgvan district.
Crowlas sits at an elevation of 18.4 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 Crowlas show an average sale price of £307,312, 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 Crowlas a particularly low-crime area.
Crowlas has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ludgvan Churchtown. 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 Crowlas includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Marazion Marsh SSSI; 4 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Marazion Marsh. 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, Crowlas 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 Crowlas
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Crowlas. The average decision time was 109 days.
With an average of 109 days, decisions near Crowlas 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 Crowlas were full planning applications (3), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.