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Planning in Pensilva

Approved
66%
25 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Pensilva

Pensilva is a village situated in the civil parish of St Ive and Pensilva in east Cornwall, approximately four miles northeast of Liskeard. It is located at OS grid reference SX291697 and is in close proximity to the settlements of Charaton Cross and Middlehill, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications in the region. It sits within the Cornwall district.

Pensilva sits at an elevation of 210.2 metres above sea level. The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Pensilva show an average sale price of £262,074, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Pensilva area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Pensilva has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pensilva 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 Pensilva, 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, 55 planning applications were submitted near Pensilva. Of these, 66% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (21), outline applications (6), amendments (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pensilva?
In the last 24 months, 55 planning applications were submitted near Pensilva. The approval rate is 66%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pensilva?
The average planning decision time near Pensilva is 58 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 Pensilva?
The planning approval rate near Pensilva is 66%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pensilva?
The most common type of planning application near Pensilva is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pensilva?
You can search and track planning applications near Pensilva on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.