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Planning in Redruth

Approved
76%
29 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Redruth

Postcode districts

TR15 129 applications in the last 12 monthsTR16 226 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cornwall Council

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About Redruth

Redruth is a vibrant town and civil parish located in Cornwall, England, situated at the crossroads of the A393 and A3047 roads, historically part of the London to Land's End route. Approximately 9 miles west of Truro and 12 miles east of St Ives, it serves as a central hub within the region. As of the 2021 census, Redruth had a population of 15,626 in the parish and 15,455 in the built-up area, making it an important location for potential planning applications and developments. The town has a population of approximately 15,626 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cornwall district.

Property prices in Redruth 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 Redruth 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 Redruth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Redruth has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Redruth 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 Redruth, 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, 84 planning applications were submitted near Redruth. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), discharge of conditions (9), outline applications (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Redruth?
In the last 24 months, 84 planning applications were submitted near Redruth. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Redruth?
The average planning decision time near Redruth is 52 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 Redruth?
The planning approval rate near Redruth is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Redruth?
The most common type of planning application near Redruth is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Redruth?
You can search and track planning applications near Redruth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.