How long do planning decisions take near Holy Vale?

The average planning decision time near Holy Vale is 50 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 Holy Vale?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Holy Vale?

The most common type of planning application near Holy Vale is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Holy Vale?

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Holy Vale, Isles of Scilly Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Holy Vale, Isles of Scilly.

Isles of Scilly · England · settlement

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About Holy Vale

Holy Vale is a quaint settlement nestled within a minor valley on St Mary's, the largest island in the Isles of Scilly, England. Located inland, it is in close proximity to the areas of Maypole and Longstone, making it a point of interest for planning applications in this picturesque locale.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £563,090 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Isles of Scilly
Parliamentary constituency: St Ives
LSOA: Isles of Scilly 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Holy Vale.

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 Holy Vale based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Holy Vale.

- Carnwethers, Pelistry Lane, Pelistry, St Mary's, TR21 0NX.
Proposal: Application to remove seven storm damaged Pinus Radiata (Monterey Pine) along westerly boundary of Carnwethers and Green Lane.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Scilly Isles | Date: 2026-02-11
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- Land at Salakee Farm, Salakee, St Mary's, TR21 0NZ.
Proposal: Application to vary Condition 2 of P/23/049/COU (temporary change of use of land for food waste composting and storage of compost including installation of an in-vessel composting system con
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Scilly Isles | Date: 2026-01-20
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- Pelistry Farm, Pelistry Lane, Pelistry, St Mary's, TR21 0NX.
Proposal: Erection of new agricultural barn measuring 14.63m [W] x 22.86m [L] x 5.49m [H].
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Scilly Isles | Date: 2026-01-19
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- Vale View Cottage, Maypole, St Mary's, TR21 0NU.
Proposal: Application to reduce height of multiple elm trees within hedgerow to be in line with main hedgerow and removal to ground level of one coprosma hedge.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Scilly Isles | Date: 2026-01-16
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- Carn Friars Farm, Carn Friars, St Mary's, Isles Of Scilly, TR21 0NZ
PROPOSAL: Removal of derelict net tunnel structure and erection of new 9 meters wide x 18 meters long x 4.6 meters high to top of ridge agricultural shed.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Scilly Isles | Date: 2025-07-30
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A brief summary of Holy Vale in Isles of Scilly

Property prices in Holy Vale show an average sale price of £563,090, 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 Holy Vale a particularly low-crime area.

Holy Vale has one conservation area within its boundaries: Isles of Scilly. 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 Holy Vale includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Watermill Cove SSSI, Higher Moors & Porth Hellick Pool (St. Mary's) SSSI, Lower Moors (St. Mary's) SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Isles Of Scilly; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Isles of Scilly Complex; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Isles of Scilly. 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 Holy Vale

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Holy Vale. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

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

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Holy Vale were full planning applications (2), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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