Gwithian, Cornwall Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Gwithian, Cornwall.
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About Gwithian
Gwithian is a picturesque coastal village located in west Cornwall, now part of the parish of Gwinear-Gwithian. Situated approximately three miles northeast of Hayle and four miles east of St Ives, it offers stunning views across St Ives Bay. Historically, Gwithian had a population of 634 in 1931 before its civil parish status was dissolved in 1934, becoming part of the larger Gwinear-Gwithian area. This charming village is an important consideration for anyone researching planning applications in the region, given its scenic coastal setting and community development potential.
Population: 3,032
District: Cornwall
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £316,318 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cornwall
- Parliamentary constituency: Camborne and Redruth
- LSOA: Cornwall 061B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Gwithian.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Gwithian.
- 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 Gwithian based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Gwithian.
- - 41 Gwithian Towans Gwithian Hayle Cornwall TR27 5BT
Replacement Holiday Chalet.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - 9 Churchtown Road Gwithian Hayle Cornwall TR27 5BX
Demolition of existing workshop, garage and storage buildings and proposed porch, rear extension and artist studio.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - The Coast House 77 Gwithian Towans Gwithian Hayle Cornwall TR27 5BU
Replacement entrance door and removal of side and rear entrance. Replacement windows. Internal alterations to floor plan, enhanced insulation values and refurbishment. Air source heating unit. Removal
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - 95 Gwithian Towans Gwithian Hayle Cornwall TR27 5BU
Construction of a new decked area at land to 95 Gwithian Towans, Hayle, TR27 5BU
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - Beggars Roost 94 Gwithian Towans Gwithian Hayle Cornwall TR27 5BU
Replacement holiday chalet and installation of sewage treatment plant (amendments to approved scheme PA15/11735 allowed on appeal under planning appeal decision ref: APP/D0840/W/16/3148335 dated 1st N
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 51 Gwithian Towans Gwithian Hayle Cornwall TR27 5BT
Construction of two bedroom beach fronted holiday chalet without compliance with Condition 3 of Decision Notice PA14/02915 dated 11th July 2014
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-04-23
View full details - - 35 Gwithian Towans Gwithian Hayle Cornwall TR27 5BT
Replacement of existing chalet with a new dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-02-25
View full details - - 3 Churchtown Road Gwithian Hayle Cornwall TR27 5BX
Exception notice for works to fell elms on rear boundary hedge
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-11-22
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A brief summary of Gwithian in Cornwall
Gwithian is a picturesque coastal village located in west Cornwall, now part of the parish of Gwinear-Gwithian. Situated approximately three miles northeast of Hayle and four miles east of St Ives, it offers stunning views across St Ives Bay. Historically, Gwithian had a population of 634 in 1931 before its civil parish status was dissolved in 1934, becoming part of the larger Gwinear-Gwithian area. This charming village is an important consideration for anyone researching planning applications in the region, given its scenic coastal setting and community development potential. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,032. It sits within the Cornwall district.
Property prices in Gwithian show an average sale price of £316,318, 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 Gwithian a particularly low-crime area.
Gwithian has one conservation area within its boundaries: Gwithian. 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 Gwithian includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Gwithian to Mexico Towans SSSI, Godrevy Head to St Agnes SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cornwall. 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, Gwithian 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 Gwithian
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Gwithian. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 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 Gwithian.
The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Gwithian were full planning applications (6), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 60% 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.