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Planning in Madron

Approved
66%
19 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Madron

Postcode districts

TR20 201 applications in the last 12 monthsTR18 224 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cornwall Council

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,632 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cornwall district.

Property prices in Madron show an average sale price of £331,070, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Madron 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 Madron a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Madron has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Madron 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 Madron, 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, 43 planning applications were submitted near Madron. Of these, 66% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), outline applications (9), listed building and heritage (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Madron?
In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Madron. The approval rate is 66%.
How long do planning decisions take near Madron?
The average planning decision time near Madron is 56 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 66%. The national average across England and Wales is 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 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Madron?
You can search and track planning applications near Madron on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.