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Planning in Rock

Approved
85%
22 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Rock

Rock is a charming coastal fishing village located in Cornwall, England, directly across the River Camel estuary from Padstow. Situated in the civil parish of St Minver Lowlands, it lies approximately 4 miles northwest of Wadebridge, making it a notable area for potential planning applications related to residential, commercial, and recreational developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,203. It sits within the St Minver Lowlands district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rock 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 Rock, 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, 54 planning applications were submitted near Rock. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (6). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rock?
In the last 24 months, 54 planning applications were submitted near Rock. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Rock?
The average planning decision time near Rock is 48 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 Rock?
The planning approval rate near Rock is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rock?
The most common type of planning application near Rock is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rock?
You can search and track planning applications near Rock on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.