How long do planning decisions take near Polyphant?

The average planning decision time near Polyphant is 18 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 Polyphant?

The planning approval rate near Polyphant is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Polyphant?

The most common type of planning application near Polyphant is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Polyphant, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Polyphant, Cornwall.

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About Polyphant

Polyphant is a village located in east Cornwall, England, within the civil parish of Lewannick. Situated approximately five miles west of Launceston, it lies near the confluence of the River Inny and Penpont Water, making it a notable spot for potential planning applications and developments in the area.

District: Lewannick

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £405,155 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: North Cornwall
LSOA: Cornwall 005C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Polyphant.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Polyphant.

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 Polyphant based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Polyphant.

- Polyphant Village Green Polyphant Launceston Cornwall PL15 7PS
Works to trees subject to a Tree Preservation Order (TPO): T1 Beech - reduce to ground level.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-24
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- Street Record Doneys Meadow Polyphant Launceston Cornwall
Electricity Act 1989: The Overhead Lines (Exemption) (England and Wales) Regulations 2009
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-04
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- Hicks Mill House Hicks Mill Polyphant Launceston Cornwall PL15 7PT
Submission of details to discharge Condition (3 - Joinery Details) in respect of Decision Notice (PA23/06673) dated (14.11.2023).
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-02-16
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- Jasmine Cottage Polyphant Launceston Cornwall PL15 7PS
Listed Building Consent for work to the roof, to include removal of small amount of existing Delabole slate (if required) and set aside to reinstate, supply breathable membrane (if required), relay or
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Lower Hicks Mill Polyphant Launceston Cornwall PL15 7PT
Notification of works to Trees within a Conservation Area namely 1 Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) 100% reduction and 2 European Larch (Larix decidua) 100% reduction
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-03-30
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- Ivy House Polyphant Launceston Cornwall PL15 7PT
Submission of details to discharge conditions 3, 4 and 5 of decision notice PA20/11220 dated 26/02/2021
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-07-22
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- Rose Cottage Polyphant Launceston Cornwall PL15 7PS
Listed building consent to replace UPVC french doors on 1980's extension with new solid wood french doors
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-07-18
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A brief summary of Polyphant in Cornwall

Property prices in Polyphant show an average sale price of £405,155, 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 Polyphant a particularly low-crime area.

Polyphant has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hicks Mill, Polyphant. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Polyphant includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Polyphant SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Polyphant

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Polyphant. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 18 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 Polyphant.

The average decision time of 18 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Polyphant were outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (2), tree works (1).

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