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Planning in Lelant

Approved
88%
51 of 52 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Lelant

Postcode districts

TR26 172 applications in the last 12 monthsTR27 202 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cornwall Council

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About Lelant

Lelant, located in the civil parish of St Ives in west Cornwall, is a picturesque village situated on the west side of the Hayle Estuary, approximately 2.5 miles southeast of St Ives and 1 mile west of Hayle. With a population of 3,892 as recorded in the 2011 census, it falls under the Lelant and Carbis Bay ward of Cornwall Council and the St Ives Parliamentary constituency. The village is notably connected to the South West Coast Path, which offers scenic views along the estuary and Porth Kidney Sands, making it a relevant area for potential planning applications related to tourism and coastal development. It sits within the St Ives district.

Property prices in Lelant show an average sale price of £342,250, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lelant 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 Lelant a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lelant has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lelant 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 Lelant, 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, 74 planning applications were submitted near Lelant. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were tree works (27), full planning applications (17), listed building and heritage (6). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lelant?
In the last 24 months, 74 planning applications were submitted near Lelant. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lelant?
The average planning decision time near Lelant is 57 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 Lelant?
The planning approval rate near Lelant is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lelant?
The most common type of planning application near Lelant is tree works applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lelant?
You can search and track planning applications near Lelant on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.