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Planning in Hayle

Approved
81%
93 of 97 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Hayle

Postcode districts

TR27 202 applications in the last 12 monthsTR26 172 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cornwall Council

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About Hayle

Hayle is a port town and civil parish located in west Cornwall, England, at the mouth of the Hayle River. Positioned about seven miles northeast of Penzance, this area offers unique planning opportunities due to its coastal location and historical significance as a former industrial hub. The settlement has a population of approximately 9,772 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cornwall district.

Property prices in Hayle show an average sale price of £319,229, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Hayle a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hayle has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hayle 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.hayletowncouncil.net/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Hayle, 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, 140 planning applications were submitted near Hayle. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were tree works (31), full planning applications (29), amendments (17). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hayle?
In the last 24 months, 140 planning applications were submitted near Hayle. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hayle?
The average planning decision time near Hayle 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 Hayle?
The planning approval rate near Hayle is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hayle?
The most common type of planning application near Hayle is tree works applications, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hayle?
You can search and track planning applications near Hayle on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.