How long do planning decisions take near Gilbert's Coombe?

The average planning decision time near Gilbert's Coombe is 59 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 Gilbert's Coombe?

The planning approval rate near Gilbert's Coombe is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Gilbert's Coombe?

The most common type of planning application near Gilbert's Coombe is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gilbert's Coombe?

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Gilbert's Coombe, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gilbert's Coombe, Cornwall.

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About Gilbert's Coombe

Gilbert's Coombe is a hamlet located north of Redruth in west Cornwall, England. It is part of the Redruth North division under Cornwall Council, making it a relevant area for planning applications and local developments.

Elevation: 56m

District: Cornwall

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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 051A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gilbert's Coombe.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Gilbert's Coombe.

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 Gilbert's Coombe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Gilbert's Coombe.

- Land Adj To Gem Cottage Wheal Montague North Country Redruth Cornwall TR16 4AD
Change of use of land from agricultural to residential/domestic use and siting of caravan to be used as an ancillary bedroom on that land
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-04-21
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- Land Adj To The Nook Wheal Montague North Country Redruth TR16 4AF
Submission of details to discharge Conditions 3 stability and 4 drainage in respect of Decision Notice PA25/03625 dated 15.08.2025
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-10-23
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- Land South Of Wheal Harmony Business Park Rule Street Redruth Cornwall TR15 1FJ
Outline planning permission with some matters (appearance, landscaping, layout and scale) reserved for construction of Class E(g) and B8 commercial units
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-10-23
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- Tresco New Portreath Road Redruth Cornwall TR16 4HH
Extensions and alterations including a new porch, new rear extension, demolition and replacement of mundic affected walls, detachment of the pool room, roof alterations and an increase to the floorspa
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-07-21
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- Land Adj To 24 Cardrew Close Redruth Cornwall TR15 1HB
Construction of 1 house
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-06-14
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- September Cottage Gilberts Coombe New Portreath Road Redruth Cornwall TR16 4HG
Notification under the Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and restrictions) (Amendment) Regulations 2017 to utilise permitted development rights.
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-05-19
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A brief summary of Gilbert's Coombe in Cornwall

Gilbert's Coombe sits at an elevation of 56 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 Gilbert's Coombe 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 Gilbert's Coombe a particularly low-crime area.

Gilbert's Coombe has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Redruth, Plain-an-Gwarry. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Gilbert's Coombe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): West Cornwall Bryophytes SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Gilbert's Coombe

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Gilbert's Coombe. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 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 Gilbert's Coombe.

At 59 days on average, decisions near Gilbert's Coombe slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Gilbert's Coombe were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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