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Planning in Polzeath

Approved
83%
49 of 51 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Polzeath

Postcode districts

PL27 237 applications in the last 12 monthsTR9 81 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cornwall Council

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About Polzeath

Polzeath is a picturesque seaside resort village located in the civil parish of St Minver, Cornwall, England. Situated about 6 miles (9.7 km) northwest of Wadebridge along the stunning Atlantic coast, it offers a vibrant community and a range of planning opportunities in a popular coastal destination. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,449. It sits within the St Minver Lowlands district.

Property prices in Polzeath show an average sale price of £419,748, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

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

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Polzeath, 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, 85 planning applications were submitted near Polzeath. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (39), outline applications (9), amendments (9). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

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 Polzeath?
In the last 24 months, 85 planning applications were submitted near Polzeath. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Polzeath?
The average planning decision time near Polzeath 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 Polzeath?
The planning approval rate near Polzeath is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Polzeath?
The most common type of planning application near Polzeath is full planning applications, with 39 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Polzeath?
You can search and track planning applications near Polzeath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.