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26 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Helston · updated daily · Cornwall Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 26 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Chapel House St Johns Road Helston Cornwall TR13 8HRAwaiting decisionWorks to trees within a conservation area: G1 (1x Elm, 2x Sycamore). Coppice all (to prevent further over-development & potential loss of stability of cliff face) at approximately 0.6m from stem origins.Received 3 Nov 2026PA26/07672
Ty Gwyn Falmouth Road Helston Cornwall TR13 8JTAwaiting decisionPre application advice to discuss conditions approved under PA25/03044 Demolition of existing two dwellings and construction of eight dwellings with associated worksReceived 14 Oct 2026PA26/01162/PREAPP
14 Church Hill Helston Cornwall TR13 8NWAwaiting decisionErection of 2 No. New Dwellings (1 No. Replacement)Received 14 Oct 2026PA26/06389
52 Coinagehall Street Helston Cornwall TR13 8ELAwaiting decisionListed Building Consent for the replacement of roof coverings, chimney repairs and internal reinstatement worksReceived 13 Oct 2026PA26/07065
Verge Adjacent Trengrouse Way Helston Cornwall TR13 8AEAwaiting decisionWorks to trees subject to a Tree Preservation Order (TPO): X2 Cherry - fell to ground level.Received 6 Oct 2026PA26/06959

Planning in Helston

Approved: 84%; 32 of 36 decided
Decision time: about 6 weeks; on average

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

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Around Helston

Postcode districts

TR13 252 applications in the last 12 months

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About Helston

Helston is a vibrant town and civil parish located in Cornwall, England, at the northern tip of the Lizard Peninsula. Approximately 12 miles east of Penzance and 9 miles southwest of Falmouth, it is the most southerly town on the island of Great Britain. As of the 2021 census, Helston has a population of 11,611 residents, making it a significant area for planning applications and community development. The town has a population of approximately 11,611 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cornwall district.

Property prices in Helston show an average sale price of £314,379, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Helston 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 (February 2026). This makes Helston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Helston 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 http://www.helstontc.com/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Helston, 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, 95 planning applications were submitted near Helston. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), discharge of conditions (14), listed building and heritage (8).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Helston?

In the last 24 months, 95 planning applications were submitted near Helston. The approval rate is 84%.

How long do planning decisions take near Helston?

The average planning decision time near Helston is 43 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 Helston?

The planning approval rate near Helston is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Helston?

The most common type of planning application near Helston is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Helston?

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