How long do planning decisions take near Penberth?

The average planning decision time near Penberth is 288 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 Penberth?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Penberth?

The most common type of planning application near Penberth is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Penberth?

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Penberth, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Penberth, Cornwall.

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About Penberth

Penberth is a picturesque coastal village and cove located in a valley on the Penwith peninsula in Cornwall, England, approximately 7 miles southwest of Penzance. Primarily situated within the parish of St Buryan, the village's boundary with St Levan is marked by the Penberth river, making it a unique area for planning applications related to coastal development and rural infrastructure.

District: St Buryan

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £307,312 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: St Ives
LSOA: Cornwall 069C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Penberth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Penberth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Penberth.

- The Thatched Cottage Penberth Valley St Buryan Penzance Cornwall TR19 6HJ
Pre-application advice for a modest rear extension which is hidden from public view and also interior alterations relating.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-04-02
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A brief summary of Penberth in Cornwall

Property prices in Penberth show an average sale price of £307,312, 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 Penberth a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Penberth includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Treen Cliff SSSI; 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.

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Planning Activity in Penberth

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Penberth. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 288 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 Penberth.

With an average of 288 days, decisions near Penberth take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 10-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Penberth were outline applications (1).

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