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Planning in Flexbury

Approved
66%
19 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Flexbury

Flexbury is a village situated approximately 0.8 miles from Bude, within the civil parish of Bude-Stratton in north Cornwall. Once described as a hamlet in 1887, it has since developed into a residential area, particularly along the scenic Crooklets beach. As of 2018, Flexbury had an estimated population of 2,290, making it a growing community relevant for planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Flexbury show an average sale price of £407,160, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Flexbury 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 (May 2026). This makes Flexbury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Flexbury has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Flexbury 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Flexbury, 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, 59 planning applications were submitted near Flexbury. Of these, 66% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), outline applications (7), discharge of conditions (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Flexbury?
In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Flexbury. The approval rate is 66%.
How long do planning decisions take near Flexbury?
The average planning decision time near Flexbury is 42 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 Flexbury?
The planning approval rate near Flexbury is 66%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Flexbury?
The most common type of planning application near Flexbury is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Flexbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Flexbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.