How long do planning decisions take near Madron?

The average planning decision time near Madron is 46 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 Madron?

The planning approval rate near Madron is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Madron?

The most common type of planning application near Madron is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Madron?

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Madron, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Madron, Cornwall.

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About Madron

Madron is a civil parish and village located in west Cornwall, England. The area is named after Saint Madern's Church and is known for its annual Trafalgar Service, which commemorates Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson's death. This service began on 27 October 1946, rooted in a local tradition that his death was first announced on British soil at the Union Hotel in Penzance, making it a notable cultural event in the region.

Population: 1,632 (2021)

District: Cornwall

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Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: St Ives
LSOA: Cornwall 068D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Madron.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Madron based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Madron.

- School House Bellair Road Madron Penzance Cornwall TR20 8SP
Works to trees in a conservation area (TCA) works include T1 - Conifer removal of tree
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-05-07
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- St Madderns Church Of England School Bellair Road Madron Penzance Cornwall TR20 8SP
Exception notice to remove or cut back trees behind the garage at the school
Status: Undecided | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-27
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- 2 Bellair House Bellair Road Madron Penzance Cornwall TR20 8SP
Listed building consent for works to existing water tank including replacement or repairs to existing timber structure, repairs to timber weatherboarding, repairs and repainting to walls, replacement
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-05
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- The Millhouse Landithy Madron Penzance Cornwall TR20 8LY
Removal of two existing doors (front-door and side-door) to the kitchen and porch area and two windows (both in the kitchen), and replacing with one bi-fold door on existing elevation. Create a vaulte
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-01-14
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- An Syans Madron Penzance Cornwall TR20 8SR
Convert existing garage and attached shed into an annexe
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-10-17
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- Mounts Bay Academy Boscathnoe Lane Heamoor Penzance TR18 3FD
Refurbishment of an Artificial Grass Pitch (AGP) with perimeter fencing, hardstanding areas, storage container, dugouts and replacement floodlights
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-10-14
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- 26 Boscathnoe Way Heamoor Penzance Cornwall TR18 3JR
Outline application with all matters reserved for the building of one single dwelling bungalow.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-04-24
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- Myrtle Cottage Church Road Madron Penzance Cornwall TR20 8SW
Replacement of 5 wooden single glazed casement and 2 wooden single glazed sash windows with double glazed UPVC flush casement windows. Replacement of wooden front door with composite front door.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-08-16
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A brief summary of Madron in Cornwall

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Madron a particularly low-crime area.

Madron has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Penzance, Madron 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 Madron includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): West Penwith Moors and Downs SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cornwall. 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 Madron

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Madron. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 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 Madron.

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Madron were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). 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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