How long do planning decisions take near Mount Ambrose?

The average planning decision time near Mount Ambrose is 52 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 Mount Ambrose?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Mount Ambrose?

The most common type of planning application near Mount Ambrose is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Mount Ambrose?

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Mount Ambrose, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Mount Ambrose, Cornwall.

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Planning applications in Mount Ambrose are administered by Cornwall Council. View the full Cornwall Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Mount Ambrose

Mount Ambrose is a northeastern suburb of Redruth in West Cornwall, England, and is part of the Redruth Central division under Cornwall Council. This residential area may present various planning opportunities, given its proximity to Redruth's amenities and infrastructure.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £263,950 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: St Ives
LSOA: Cornwall 059D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Mount Ambrose.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Mount Ambrose based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Mount Ambrose.

- Electricity Junction Box Cardrew Industrial Estate Cardrew Way Redruth Cornwall TR15 1SS
Notification under the Electronic Communications Code Regulations 2003 (as amended) to utilise permitted development rights
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-05-06
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- Unit 17 Jon Davey Drive Treleigh Industrial Estate Redruth Cornwall TR16 4AX
Erection of ancillary industrial building to be used for vehicle maintenance.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-01-22
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- Land South Of Wheal Harmony Business Park Rule Street Redruth Cornwall TR15 1FJ
Outline planning permission with some matters (appearance, landscaping, layout and scale) reserved for construction of Class E(g) and B8 commercial units
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-10-23
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- The Old Vicarage Treleigh Redruth Cornwall TR16 4AY
Conversion of existing garage/stables to form additional bedrooms to accommodation above
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-07-11
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A brief summary of Mount Ambrose in Cornwall

Property prices in Mount Ambrose show an average sale price of £263,950, 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 Mount Ambrose a particularly low-crime area.

Mount Ambrose has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Redruth, Plain-an-Gwarry. 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Mount Ambrose 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 Mount Ambrose

In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Mount Ambrose. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 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 Mount Ambrose.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Mount Ambrose were full planning applications (12), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 48% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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