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Planning in Plaidy

Approved
91%
29 of 30 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Plaidy

Plaidy is an eastern suburb of Looe in Cornwall, characterised by its scenic sandy beach, Plaidy Beach, which transitions into Millendreath Beach to the east. This coastal area has historical significance, having inspired the author Eleanor Hibbert, who resided nearby during World War II and adopted the name Jean Plaidy. Those researching planning applications in Plaidy will find a vibrant seaside community with potential for development and heritage considerations. It sits within the Looe district.

Property prices in Plaidy show an average sale price of £330,062, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Plaidy 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 Plaidy a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Plaidy has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Plaidy 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 Plaidy, 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, 63 planning applications were submitted near Plaidy. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (20), tree works (9), outline applications (4).

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 Plaidy?
In the last 24 months, 63 planning applications were submitted near Plaidy. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Plaidy?
The average planning decision time near Plaidy is 53 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 Plaidy?
The planning approval rate near Plaidy is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Plaidy?
The most common type of planning application near Plaidy is full planning applications, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Plaidy?
You can search and track planning applications near Plaidy on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.