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Planning in Hessenford

Only 6 decisions near Hessenford in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 170. It sits within the Deviock district.

Property prices in Hessenford show an average sale price of £297,035, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hessenford 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 Hessenford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hessenford has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Hessenford, 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, 10 planning applications were submitted near Hessenford.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hessenford?
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Hessenford.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hessenford?
The most common type of planning application near Hessenford is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hessenford?
You can search and track planning applications near Hessenford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.