Middlewood, Cornwall Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Middlewood, Cornwall.
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About Middlewood
Middlewood is a quaint village located in the parish of North Hill, Cornwall, nestled in the picturesque valley of the River Lynher. Situated along the B3254 road connecting Launceston and Liskeard, this small community has historical significance, including the site of a former Bible Christian chapel. For those exploring planning applications in the area, Middlewood's charming rural setting may provide opportunities for development and community enhancement.
District: North Hill
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Area Information
- Admin district: Torridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
- LSOA: Torridge 009A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Middlewood.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Middlewood.
- 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 Middlewood based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
14 planning applications found near Middlewood.
- - Lynher Cottage Middlewood North Hill Launceston Cornwall PL15 7NN
Proposed first-floor extension (revised scheme to that approved under PA19/00288)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-08-20
View full details - - Lynher Cottage Middlewood North Hill Launceston Cornwall PL15 7NN
Construction of dwelling and garage to include associated works.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2020-06-11
View full details - - Land South East Of Hillbrook Middlewood North Hill Launceston Cornwall PL15 7NN
Installation of a free standing mono pole solar array (16 panels) in field
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2019-06-27
View full details - - Lynher Cottage Middlewood North Hill Launceston Cornwall PL15 7NN
Construction of first floor extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2019-01-14
View full details - - Hillview Middlewood North Hill Launceston Cornwall PL15 7NN
Single-storey extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2018-06-05
View full details - - The Barn Middlewood North Hill Launceston Cornwall PL15 7NN
Construction of extension (Revised design to previously approved application PA12/09345 approved 23rd November 2012)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2013-08-07
View full details - - The Barn Middlewood North Hill Launceston Cornwall PL15 7NN
Construction of outbuilding for use in conjunction with dwelling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2013-04-26
View full details - - The Barn Middlewood North Hill Launceston Cornwall PL15 7NN
Construction of extension (amendments to approved application PA12/09345)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2013-04-26
View full details - - The Barn Middlewood North Hill Launceston Cornwall PL15 7NN
Construction of extension (amendments to approved application PA12/04977)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2012-10-03
View full details - - The Barn Adjacent To Hillview Middlewood North Hill Launceston Cornwall
Construction of extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2012-05-18
View full details - - 1 Rock Villas Middlewood North Hill Launceston Cornwall PL15 7NN
Formation of dormer windows
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2010-06-24
View full details - - Lynher Cottage Middlewood North Hill Launceston Cornwall PL15 7NN
Antique oak pvcu replacement windows to existing dwelling [ card 0143 nhl ]
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2010-01-22
View full details - - Bahow Galleck Middlewood Hill North Hill Launceston Cornwall PL15 7NN
Repositioning of front boundary wall and increasing height to one metre [ card 0142 nhl ]
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2004-11-18
View full details - - Beechwood Cottage Middlewood North Hill Launceston Cornwall PL15 7NN
Erection of a conservatory [ card 0154 nhl ]
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2000-02-04
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A brief summary of Middlewood in Cornwall
Middlewood is a quaint village located in the parish of North Hill, Cornwall, nestled in the picturesque valley of the River Lynher. Situated along the B3254 road connecting Launceston and Liskeard, this small community has historical significance, including the site of a former Bible Christian chapel. For those exploring planning applications in the area, Middlewood's charming rural setting may provide opportunities for development and community enhancement. It sits within the North Hill district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Middlewood a particularly low-crime area.
Middlewood has one conservation area within its boundaries: Henwood. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Middlewood includes 6 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Middlewood 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 Middlewood
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Middlewood. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 88 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 Middlewood.
The average decision period of 88 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Middlewood were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Berriowbridge planning applications
- Kingbeare planning applications
- Botternell planning applications
- North Hill planning applications
- Bathpool planning applications
- Darleyford planning applications
- North Darley planning applications
- Henwood planning applications
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.