How long do planning decisions take near Mullion?

The average planning decision time near Mullion is 47 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 Mullion?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Mullion?

The most common type of planning application near Mullion is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Mullion?

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Mullion, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Mullion, Cornwall.

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About Mullion

Mullion is a vibrant civil parish and village located on the scenic Lizard Peninsula in south Cornwall, England. Situated approximately 5 miles (8 km) south of Helston, it offers a unique blend of coastal charm and rural community, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and development opportunities.

Population: 2,302 (2021)

District: Cornwall

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £314,379 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: St Ives
LSOA: Cornwall 073D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Mullion.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Mullion based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Mullion.

- Pastel Dyr 81 Laflouder Fields Mullion Helston Cornwall TR12 7EJ
Proposed Extension and Alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-04-27
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- Mullion House Churchtown Mullion Helston Cornwall TR12 7HN
Pre application advice for proposed restoration and replacement extension to Grade II Listed property (householder)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-31
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- Street Record Redannack North Mullion Cornwall
Undertake work that is considered to be exempted from the Electricity Act 1989 by falling within the Overhead Lines (Exemption) (England and Wales) Regulations 2009
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-11-18
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- Chy An Gres Lender Lane Mullion Helston Cornwall TR12 7HS
Proposed Roof Extension with New Dormer, Inset Terrace and Associated Works.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-10-28
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- 47 Redannack North Mullion Helston Cornwall TR12 7HE
Retention of existing single-storey extension (originally approved as a two-storey extension).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-08-15
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- Hill House Churchtown Mullion Helston Cornwall TR12 7HN
Demolition of a glazed porch structure to the east elevation, and an unglazed shelter on the west elevation, and providing a part single, part two-storey extension to the east elevation, re-roofing, r
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-07-30
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- Woodland Area Woodlands Mullion Cornwall TR12 7RN
Application for tree works in a Tree Perservation Order (TPO) to include dismantling an Ash tree and crown lift a Sycamore tree
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-04-25
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A brief summary of Mullion in Cornwall

Property prices in Mullion show an average sale price of £314,379, 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 Mullion a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Mullion includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Mullion Cliff to Predannack Cliff SSSI, Baulk Head to Mullion SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cornwall; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): The Lizard, Lizard Point. 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 Mullion

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Mullion. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 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 Mullion.

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Mullion were full planning applications (11), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 73% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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