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Planning in Porthgwarra

Only 4 decisions near Porthgwarra in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Porthgwarra

Porthgwarra is a picturesque coastal village located within the civil parish of St Levan in Cornwall, England, nestled between Land's End and Porthcurno. The village is accessible via a minor road from the B3283, leading to a car park, and offers essential amenities including public conveniences, a small shop, and a café. The South West Coast Path runs through Porthgwarra, making it a convenient stop for walkers, being approximately 90 minutes from Land's End and 45 minutes from Porthcurno, adding to its appeal for potential planning applications in the area. It sits within the St Levan district.

Property prices in Porthgwarra show an average sale price of £331,070, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Porthgwarra 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 Porthgwarra a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Porthgwarra has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Porthgwarra 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 Porthgwarra, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Porthgwarra.

The most common types were full planning applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Porthgwarra?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Porthgwarra.
What types of planning applications are most common near Porthgwarra?
The most common type of planning application near Porthgwarra is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Porthgwarra?
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