Longrock, Cornwall Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Longrock, Cornwall.
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About Longrock
Long Rock is a charming village located in west Cornwall, just one mile east of Penzance and west of Marazion, within the civil parish of Ludgvan. Situated along the scenic shores of Mount's Bay, it features a three-mile beach that connects Penzance to Marazion, backed by a seawall that also accommodates the main railway line and the South West Coast Path. The village derives its name from the nearby tidal Long Rock, offering a picturesque setting for potential planning applications related to coastal development and tourism.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £307,312 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cornwall
- Parliamentary constituency: St Ives
- LSOA: Cornwall 065D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Longrock.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Longrock.
- 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 Longrock based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Longrock.
- - WM Morrison Supermarkets Plc Filling Station Long Rock Penzance Cornwall TR18 3RF
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for proposed 24-hour opening of the service station.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - CrossFit Penzance Ltd Unit 11 Long Rock Industrial Estate Long Rock Penzance Cornwall TR20 8HX
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed single storey side and rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - WM Morrison Supermarkets Plc Filling Station Long Rock Penzance Cornwall TR18 3RF
Submission of details to discharge Condition number 3 (CONTAMINATED LAND RISK ASSESSMENT) in respect of Decision Notice PA25/07273 dated 08/12/25
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - Morrisons Petrol Filling Station Eastern Way Long Rock Penzance TR18 3RF
Removal of the existing jet wash and proposed extension to the existing petrol filling station's sales building, jet wash facilities, new combi-unit, bin store and associated works with variation of c
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - WM Morrison Supermarkets Plc Long Rock Penzance Cornwall TR18 3RF
Advertisement Consent for one retrospective car purchase pod within car park
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-07-10
View full details - - Land E Of Entrance To Long Rock Industrial Estate Poniou Lane Long Rock Cornwall
Lawful Development Certificate for Proposed installation of main drainage, and commencement of approved scheme PA20/07375
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-05-16
View full details - - 58 Godolphin Road Long Rock Penzance Cornwall TR20 8JP
First floor extension and adjustment to garage use
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-01-23
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A brief summary of Longrock in Cornwall
Long Rock is a charming village located in west Cornwall, just one mile east of Penzance and west of Marazion, within the civil parish of Ludgvan. Situated along the scenic shores of Mount's Bay, it features a three-mile beach that connects Penzance to Marazion, backed by a seawall that also accommodates the main railway line and the South West Coast Path. The village derives its name from the nearby tidal Long Rock, offering a picturesque setting for potential planning applications related to coastal development and tourism.
Property prices in Longrock show an average sale price of £307,312, 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 Longrock a particularly low-crime area.
Longrock has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Gulval, Ludgvan Churchtown. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Longrock includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Marazion Marsh SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cornwall; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Marazion Marsh. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Longrock 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.
Planning Activity in Longrock
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Longrock. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Longrock.
At 67 days on average, decisions near Longrock slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Longrock were full planning applications (4), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 31% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.