How long do planning decisions take near Higher Tolcarne?

The average planning decision time near Higher Tolcarne 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 Higher Tolcarne?

The planning approval rate near Higher Tolcarne is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Higher Tolcarne?

The most common type of planning application near Higher Tolcarne is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Higher Tolcarne?

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Higher Tolcarne, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Higher Tolcarne, Cornwall.

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About Higher Tolcarne

Higher Tolcarne is a quaint hamlet located in Cornwall, England, near the village of St Mawgan. Historically significant, it was one of two manors of this name documented in the Domesday Book of 1086. Today, it falls within the civil parish of Mawgan in Pydar, making it a point of interest for planning applications in the region.

District: Cornwall

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £294,991 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: St Austell and Newquay
LSOA: Cornwall 019E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Higher Tolcarne.

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 Higher Tolcarne based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Higher Tolcarne.

- Land Adjacent To The Lodge Trevenna Cross TR8 4HA
Reserved Matters application for (appearance, landscaping, layout and scale) details following outline consent PA24/07162 dated 23.01.2025 for construction of one dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-02
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- Land North Of Little Trevenna Trevenna Cross St Mawgan Cornwall TR8 4HB
Permission in principal for the construction of one dwelling in settlement of Trevenna Cross (minimum 1, maximum 1)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-07-14
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- Land East Of Trevenna House Trevenna Cross St Mawgan TR8 4HB
Submission of details to discharge condition 3 of decision PA23/03697 dated 20.07.2023.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-05-29
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A brief summary of Higher Tolcarne in Cornwall

Property prices in Higher Tolcarne show an average sale price of £294,991, 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 Higher Tolcarne a particularly low-crime area.

Higher Tolcarne has one conservation area within its boundaries: St Mawgan. 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 Higher Tolcarne includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Higher Tolcarne

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Higher Tolcarne. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Higher Tolcarne may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

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 Higher Tolcarne were outline applications (2), full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

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