How long do planning decisions take near Rocky Hill?

The average planning decision time near Rocky Hill is 57 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 Rocky Hill?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Rocky Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Rocky Hill is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Rocky Hill, Isles of Scilly Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rocky Hill, Isles of Scilly.

Isles of Scilly · England · settlement

Planning applications in Rocky Hill are administered by Council Of The Isles Of Scilly. View the full Council Of The Isles Of Scilly planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Rocky Hill

Rocky Hill is a small settlement situated on St Mary's, one of the Isles of Scilly in England. It is located near Porthloo and Longstone, making it an interesting area for potential planning applications, given its proximity to other local developments and amenities.

District: St. Mary's

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Area Information

Admin district: Isles of Scilly
Parliamentary constituency: St Ives
LSOA: Isles of Scilly 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rocky Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Rocky Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Rocky Hill.

- Illiswilgig, 2 Longstone Terrace, Longstone, St Mary's, TR21 0NW.
Porposal: Application to crown lift one pine tree and one bay tree, to remove two limbs from one palm tree, and to remove one palm tree located in the front garden of Illiswilgig.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Scilly Isles | Date: 2026-02-23
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P/26/020/TWA - Illiswilgig, 2 Longstone Terrace, Longstone, St Mary's, TR21 0NW.
Porposal: Application to crown lift one pine tree and one bay tree, to remove two limbs from one palm tree, and to remove one palm tree located in the front garden of Illiswilgig.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Scilly Isles | Date: 2026-02-23
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- Atlantic View, High Lanes, St Mary's, Isles of Scilly, TR21 0NW
PROPOSAL: Re-modeling of existing house and extension for garage and utility room (AMENDED PLANS).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Scilly Isles | Date: 2025-10-24
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A brief summary of Rocky Hill in Isles of Scilly

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Rocky Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Rocky Hill has one conservation area within its boundaries: Isles of Scilly. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Rocky Hill includes 5 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Porthloo SSSI, Watermill Cove SSSI, Higher Moors & Porth Hellick Pool (St. Mary's) SSSI and 2 more; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Isles Of Scilly; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Isles of Scilly Complex; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Isles of Scilly. 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 Rocky Hill

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Rocky Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

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

At 57 days on average, decisions near Rocky Hill slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Rocky Hill were full planning applications (8), tree works (4), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.

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