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Planning in Holmbush

Approved
69%
22 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Holmbush

Holmbush is a village located in the St Austell suburb of Cornwall, England. Historically a hub for tin and copper mining during the 18th and 19th centuries, it saw significant development in the 1970s with new housing and an industrial estate established north of the A390 road. Notably, the former Cuddra mine has been transformed into Pinetum Gardens, a botanical attraction featuring over 6,000 plant varieties, making it an appealing site for local planning applications related to residential and commercial development. It sits within the St Austell district.

Property prices in Holmbush show an average sale price of £249,588, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Holmbush 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 Holmbush a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Holmbush has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Holmbush 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 Holmbush, 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, 77 planning applications were submitted near Holmbush. Of these, 69% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), tree works (7), discharge of conditions (7).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Holmbush?
In the last 24 months, 77 planning applications were submitted near Holmbush. The approval rate is 69%.
How long do planning decisions take near Holmbush?
The average planning decision time near Holmbush 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 Holmbush?
The planning approval rate near Holmbush is 69%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Holmbush?
The most common type of planning application near Holmbush is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Holmbush?
You can search and track planning applications near Holmbush on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.