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Planning in Pool

Approved
86%
19 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Pool

Pool is a village located within the Carn Brea civil parish in west Cornwall, England. Strategically positioned along the A3047, it lies between Camborne and Redruth, with the A30 providing a bypass to the area. This location makes Pool a relevant point of interest for those researching planning applications in the surrounding regions. It sits within the Carn Brea district.

Property prices in Pool show an average sale price of £295,755, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Pool 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 Pool a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pool 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 Pool, 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, 52 planning applications were submitted near Pool. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (9), outline applications (8), full planning applications (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pool?
In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Pool. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pool?
The average planning decision time near Pool is 44 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 Pool?
The planning approval rate near Pool is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pool?
The most common type of planning application near Pool is discharge of conditions, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pool?
You can search and track planning applications near Pool on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.