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Planning in St Agnes

Approved
76%
22 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About St Agnes

St Agnes is a civil parish and town located on the picturesque north coast of Cornwall, approximately five miles north of Redruth and ten miles southwest of Newquay. The area, which includes an electoral ward extending to Blackwater, had a population of 7,565 according to the 2011 census. This vibrant community is of interest for those researching planning applications due to its coastal location and local development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 8,591 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cornwall district.

Property prices in St Agnes show an average sale price of £524,710, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the St Agnes 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 (February 2026). This makes St Agnes a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around St Agnes has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, St Agnes 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.st-agnes.com/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near St Agnes, 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, 85 planning applications were submitted near St Agnes. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), outline applications (11), amendments (7). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near St Agnes?
In the last 24 months, 85 planning applications were submitted near St Agnes. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near St Agnes?
The average planning decision time near St Agnes 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 St Agnes?
The planning approval rate near St Agnes is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near St Agnes?
The most common type of planning application near St Agnes is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near St Agnes?
You can search and track planning applications near St Agnes on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.