Penzance, Cornwall Planning Applications
Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Penzance, Cornwall. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.
Planning data sourced from Cornwall council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Exception notice for section dismantle dead Holly tree to ground level
Submission of details to discharge Condition 4 in respect of Decision Notice PA24/09339 dated 04.03.2025
Exception notice for the section dismantle of two mature trees, one sycamore and one ash due to overall poor condition
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About Penzance - Planning Applications & Local Development
Penzance is a vibrant town and civil parish located in Cornwall, England, approximately 64 miles west-southwest of Plymouth and 255 miles from London. Nestled in the shelter of Mount's Bay, it serves as a key port and the terminus of the Cornish Main Line, marking it as the southernmost and westernmost railway station in England. The parish encompasses not only Penzance but also the fishing port of Newlyn and several charming villages, including Mousehole and Paul, with a population of 20,734 as of the 2021 census. This bustling area presents numerous opportunities for planning applications, given its growing community and strategic coastal location. The town has a population of approximately 20,734 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cornwall district.
Penzance sits at an elevation of 10 metres above sea level and covers an area of approximately 12.9 km². 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 Penzance show an average sale price of £331,070, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Penzance 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 Penzance a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Penzance has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Penzance 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.penzance.co.uk/.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Penzance, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.