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Planning in Perranporth

Approved
86%
57 of 62 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Perranporth

Postcode districts

TR6 65 applications in the last 12 monthsTR14 248 applications in the last 12 monthsTR8 223 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cornwall Council

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About Perranporth

Perranporth is a vibrant seaside resort town located on the north coast of Cornwall, England, approximately 2.1 miles from the St Agnes Heritage Coastline and 7 miles south-west of Newquay. Known for its stunning 2-mile beach facing the Atlantic Ocean, Perranporth is the largest settlement in the civil parish of Perranzabuloe, boasting a population of 3,066 residents. The town also features an electoral ward that had a population of 4,270 as of the 2011 census, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,066. It sits within the Perranzabuloe district.

Property prices in Perranporth show an average sale price of £405,829, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Perranporth 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 Perranporth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Perranporth has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Perranporth 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.perranporthinfo.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Perranporth, 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, 81 planning applications were submitted near Perranporth. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (38), discharge of conditions (12), amendments (11).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Perranporth?
In the last 24 months, 81 planning applications were submitted near Perranporth. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Perranporth?
The average planning decision time near Perranporth is 61 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 Perranporth?
The planning approval rate near Perranporth is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Perranporth?
The most common type of planning application near Perranporth is full planning applications, with 38 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Perranporth?
You can search and track planning applications near Perranporth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.