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Planning in Gwennap

Approved
70%
14 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Gwennap

Postcode districts

TR16 226 applications in the last 12 monthsTR6 65 applications in the last 12 monthsTR15 129 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cornwall Council

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About Gwennap

Gwennap is a village and civil parish located in Cornwall, England, approximately five miles southeast of Redruth. The parish encompasses several hamlets, including Burncoose, Comford, Coombe, and Crofthandy, among others, as well as the notable Little Beside country house. This information is essential for anyone researching planning applications in the area, given its diverse communities and local landmarks. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,592 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cornwall district.

Gwennap sits at an elevation of 76 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 Gwennap show an average sale price of £295,755, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Gwennap 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 Gwennap a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Gwennap 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 Gwennap, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Gwennap. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), outline applications (4), tree works (2).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Gwennap?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Gwennap. The approval rate is 70%.
How long do planning decisions take near Gwennap?
The average planning decision time near Gwennap is 55 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 Gwennap?
The planning approval rate near Gwennap is 70%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Gwennap?
The most common type of planning application near Gwennap is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Gwennap?
You can search and track planning applications near Gwennap on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.