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Planning in Horsedowns

Approved
69%
9 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Horsedowns

Postcode districts

TR27 202 applications in the last 12 monthsTR14 248 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cornwall Council

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About Horsedowns

Horsedowns is a quaint hamlet located in West Cornwall, positioned east of Leedstown and south of Praze-an-Beeble, within the civil parish of Crowan. Its rural setting offers unique planning opportunities and considerations for potential developments in the area. It sits within the Cornwall district.

Property prices in Horsedowns show an average sale price of £319,229, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Horsedowns 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 Horsedowns a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Horsedowns 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 Horsedowns, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Horsedowns. Of these, 69% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Horsedowns?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Horsedowns. The approval rate is 69%.
How long do planning decisions take near Horsedowns?
The average planning decision time near Horsedowns is 52 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 Horsedowns?
The planning approval rate near Horsedowns is 69%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Horsedowns?
The most common type of planning application near Horsedowns is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Horsedowns?
You can search and track planning applications near Horsedowns on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.