Penrose Hill, Cornwall Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Penrose Hill, Cornwall.
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Planning applications in Penrose Hill are administered by Cornwall Council. View the full Cornwall Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Penrose Hill
Penrose Hill is a charming hamlet located near Porthleven in Cornwall, England. This picturesque area offers a mix of rural tranquility and proximity to the coastal town of Porthleven, making it an appealing spot for those considering planning applications in a serene setting.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £285,933 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cornwall
- Parliamentary constituency: St Ives
- LSOA: Cornwall 072D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Penrose Hill.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Penrose Hill.
- 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 Penrose Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Penrose Hill.
- - Trewyn Torleven Road Porthleven Helston Cornwall TR13 9AQ
Proposed parking & access of existing highway.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-06-11
View full details - - Land Adj To Porthleven Barn Green Lane Porthleven Helston Cornwall TR13 0SG
Prior notification of agricultural or forestry development for a replacement general purpose agricultural building.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - - OS Field 4900 Wellington Road Porthleven Helston Cornwall TR13 9AN
Submission of details to discharge Condition number 11 (Hedgerow removal) in respect of Decision Notice PA23/03874 dated 02/08/24
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - Sunset Pendeen Road Porthleven Helston Cornwall TR13 9AL
Submission of details to discharge Conditions 3 materials and 4 boundary treatment in respect of Decision Notice PA23/08807 dated 13.02.2024
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - 1 Gwel An Porth Porthleven Helston Cornwall TR13 9FS
Submission of details to discharge condition(s) 9 - Access in relation to Decision notice PA23/03874 dated 02/08/2024
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - Street Record Wellington Road Porthleven Cornwall
Public consultation notification on our proposal to grant a Variation to Independent Water Networks Limited, to allow it to supply Water and Sewerage services
Status: Permitted | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - Land At Reeves Close Porthleven TR13 9PB
Outline Planning Application with all matters reserved for the Proposed Erection of a Self-Build Dwelling
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-09-01
View full details - - 56 Gibson Way Porthleven Helston Cornwall TR13 9AW
Proposed Extension and Conversion of annex to form dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-11-12
View full details - - 5 The Crescent Porthleven Helston Cornwall TR13 9LU
Proposed side extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-01-25
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A brief summary of Penrose Hill in Cornwall
Penrose Hill is a charming hamlet located near Porthleven in Cornwall, England. This picturesque area offers a mix of rural tranquility and proximity to the coastal town of Porthleven, making it an appealing spot for those considering planning applications in a serene setting.
Property prices in Penrose Hill show an average sale price of £285,933, 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 Penrose Hill a particularly low-crime area.
Penrose Hill has one conservation area within its boundaries: Porthleven. 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 Penrose Hill includes 4 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Porthleven Cliffs East SSSI, Loe Pool SSSI, Porthleven Cliffs SSSI and 1 more; 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, Penrose Hill 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 Penrose Hill
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Penrose Hill. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 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 Penrose Hill.
The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Penrose Hill were full planning applications (14), outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 42% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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- 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.