How long do planning decisions take near High Cross?

The average planning decision time near High Cross is 38 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 High Cross?

The planning approval rate near High Cross is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near High Cross?

The most common type of planning application near High Cross is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near High Cross?

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High Cross, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near High Cross, Cornwall.

Cornwall · England · settlement

Planning applications in High Cross are administered by Cornwall Council. View the full Cornwall Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

District: Constantine

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £406,334 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: Truro and Falmouth
LSOA: Cornwall 062E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near High Cross.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near High Cross.

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 High Cross based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near High Cross.

- Land Adjacent To Treviades Garth Treviades Constantine TR11 5RG
Application for Permission in Principle for the construction of up to 1 dwelling (minimum of 1, maximum of 1)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-06-02
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- Treviades Wollas Treviades Constantine Falmouth Cornwall TR11 5RG
Extension and alterations to an existing barn conversion to form a new Orangery.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-05-28
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- Camneves Gweal Mellin Polwheveral Constantine Falmouth Cornwall TR11 5RW
Proposed detached garage/studio
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-05-12
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- Camneves Gweal Mellin Polwheveral Constantine Falmouth Cornwall TR11 5RW
Infill first floor balcony to create first and second floor internal spaces with short extension forward of the south elevation at these levels, replacement of timber frame windows throughout with com
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-04-15
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- Treviades Wollas Treviades Constantine Falmouth Cornwall TR11 5RG
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for proposed commencement of works, undertaken to implement permission PA22/05470. Works include excavation and the installation of drainage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-10-23
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- Gweal Mellin Bungalow Gweal Mellin Polwheveral Constantine TR11 5RW
Variation of condition 4 in respect of decision PA17/07919 (Demolition of garage and utility and erection of proposed rear extension to existing dwelling with temporary siting of caravan for use as te
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2018-01-24
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- Land Rear Of Glentham The Level Constantine Cornwall
Retention of touring caravan, greenhouse, potting shed with lean-to extension, compost loo and shepherds hut
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2015-01-12
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A brief summary of High Cross in Cornwall

High Cross is a settlement located in Cornwall, England. It sits within the Constantine district.

Property prices in High Cross show an average sale price of £406,334, 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 High Cross a particularly low-crime area.

High Cross has one conservation area within its boundaries: Constantine. 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 High Cross includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Merthen Wood SSSI, Lower Fal & Helford Intertidal SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cornwall; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Fal & Helford; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Falmouth Bay to St Austell Bay. 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, High Cross 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 High Cross

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near High Cross. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 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 High Cross.

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near High Cross were full planning applications (6), outline applications (4), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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