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Planning in Mousehole

Approved
69%
11 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Mousehole

Mousehole, a picturesque village and fishing port located in Cornwall, England, is situated roughly 2.5 miles south of Penzance along the scenic shores of Mount's Bay. Part of the civil parish of Penzance, the village features the nearby St Clement's Isle, an islet approximately 350 metres offshore from its charming harbour. This quaint coastal community may present unique opportunities for planning applications related to coastal development and conservation. The settlement has a population of approximately 697. It sits within the Penzance district.

Property prices in Mousehole show an average sale price of £331,070, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Mousehole a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Mousehole has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Mousehole 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 Mousehole, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near Mousehole. Of these, 69% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Mousehole?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Mousehole. The approval rate is 69%.
How long do planning decisions take near Mousehole?
The average planning decision time near Mousehole is 48 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 Mousehole?
The planning approval rate near Mousehole is 69%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Mousehole?
The most common type of planning application near Mousehole is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Mousehole?
You can search and track planning applications near Mousehole on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.