Forge, Cornwall Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Forge, Cornwall.
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About Forge
Forge is a quaint hamlet located within the parish of Redruth in Cornwall, England. Its rural charm and proximity to local amenities make it a noteworthy area for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in the region.
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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 Forge.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Forge.
- 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 Forge based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Forge.
- - Lower Forge Farmhouse Nancekuke Redruth TR16 5UE
Demolition of existing dwelling and construction of new replacement energy-efficient dwelling and associated landscaping works.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-08-02
View full details - - The Thatched Barn And The Caravan The Old Forge Forge Mawla Redruth Cornwall TR16 4BP
Application for a lawful development certificate for the existing use of the Thatched Barn as a self-contained dwelling, and of the Caravan as a self-contained unit of residential accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-01-06
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A brief summary of Forge in Cornwall
Forge is a quaint hamlet located within the parish of Redruth in Cornwall, England. Its rural charm and proximity to local amenities make it a noteworthy area for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in the region.
Property prices in Forge 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 Forge a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Forge includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): West Cornwall Bryophytes SSSI, Godrevy Head to St Agnes SSSI. 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, Forge 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 Forge
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Forge. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 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 Forge.
At 66 days on average, decisions near Forge slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Forge were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
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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.