Hessenford, Cornwall Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hessenford, Cornwall.
Cornwall · England · settlement
About Hessenford
Hessenford is a quaint village located in south-east Cornwall, approximately four miles west of St Germans along the A387 road connecting Polbathic to Polperro. With a population of 170 recorded in the 2001 census, it falls within the civil parish of Deviock. The village is situated by the river Seaton, which historically supported local milling activities, with the last mill ceasing operations in the mid-20th century.
Population: 170
District: Deviock
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £342,820 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cornwall
- Parliamentary constituency: South East Cornwall
- LSOA: Cornwall 029A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hessenford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hessenford.
- 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 Hessenford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Hessenford.
- - Land Rear Of Hessenford Church Hall Hessenford Torpoint Cornwall PL11 3HJ
Submission of details to discharge Conditions 3, 7, 8, 10, 11 and 12 in respect of Decision Notice PA23/06308 dated 26.01.2024
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - Copley Arms Church Hill Hessenford Torpoint Cornwall PL11 3HJ
External alterations to replace existing kitchen extract ductwork with new system, installation of new flue to internal fire and addition of new external wall lighting
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - Hillside Cottage Hessenford Torpoint Cornwall PL11 3HH
Works to Trees within a Conservation Area (TCA) - Site 1 - Plum tree - Remove. Site 2 - Conifers - Remove and replant with Beech, Holly and Hazel. Site 3 - Laurel - Remove and replant with Beech and H
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-02-05
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A brief summary of Hessenford in Cornwall
Hessenford is a quaint village located in south-east Cornwall, approximately four miles west of St Germans along the A387 road connecting Polbathic to Polperro. With a population of 170 recorded in the 2001 census, it falls within the civil parish of Deviock. The village is situated by the river Seaton, which historically supported local milling activities, with the last mill ceasing operations in the mid-20th century. The settlement has a population of approximately 170. It sits within the Deviock district.
Property prices in Hessenford show an average sale price of £342,820, 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 Hessenford a particularly low-crime area.
Hessenford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hessenford. 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 Hessenford includes 14 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Hessenford 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 Hessenford
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Hessenford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hessenford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Hessenford were full planning applications (1), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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