How long do planning decisions take near Portreath?

The average planning decision time near Portreath is 35 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 Portreath?

The planning approval rate near Portreath is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Portreath?

The most common type of planning application near Portreath is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Portreath?

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Portreath, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Portreath, Cornwall.

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About Portreath

Portreath is a picturesque civil parish and fishing port located on the north coast of Cornwall, approximately three miles west-north-west of Redruth. The village, which features a charming harbour and beach, is situated along both sides of a stream valley. Its two sandy beaches, located west of the harbour entrance, attract holidaymakers, surfers, and naturists, making it a vibrant spot for tourism and potential planning developments.

Population: 1,595 (2021)

District: Cornwall

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £263,950 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: Camborne and Redruth
LSOA: Cornwall 045E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Portreath.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Portreath based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Portreath.

- True North Green Lane Portreath Redruth Cornwall TR16 4NX
Proposed development comprising the conversion of the existing loft space to create additional habitable accommodation with front & rear dormers & inset balcony. Demolition & replacement of the existi
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-04-14
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- Seasands And Sperenza Battery Hill Portreath TR16 4NW
Certificate of lawfulness for Existing use to establish that the proposed works relating to application PA22/10959 Two new dwellings replacing three dwellings (Amended Design) have been carried out by
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-04-02
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- Kerensa An Mordros 7 Hillside Portreath Redruth Cornwall TR16 4LL
Exception notice for works to sycamore tree
Status: Permitted | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-02-02
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- Street Record Tregea Terrace Portreath Cornwall
EIA Screening Opinion Request for proposed development of a flood risk management scheme
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-10-29
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- 12 Glenfeadon Terrace Portreath Redruth Cornwall TR16 4JX
Proposed porch
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-10-22
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- 4 Sunnyvale Close Portreath Redruth Cornwall TR16 4NF
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed Loft Conversion and Garage Conversion
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-09-24
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- Gwyn Mergh Battery Hill Portreath Redruth Cornwall TR16 4NR
Submission of details to discharge condition 4 in relation to application no. PA23/04330 dated 17/07/23
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-12-11
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- Roselyn Penberthy Road Portreath Redruth Cornwall TR16 4LP
Proposed replacement front extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-06-14
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A brief summary of Portreath in Cornwall

Property prices in Portreath show an average sale price of £263,950, 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 Portreath a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Portreath includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Nance Wood SSSI, Godrevy Head to St Agnes SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cornwall; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Bristol Channel Approaches / Dynesfeydd Mor Hafren. 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 Portreath

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Portreath. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Portreath may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Portreath were full planning applications (4), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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