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Planning in St Blazey

Approved
67%
20 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About St Blazey

St Blazey, a civil parish in Cornwall, England, boasts a scenic coastline along St Austell Bay and encompasses parts of Par, including Par Harbour. The area features both urban and rural landscapes, with the notable Eden Project situated in a former quarry to the north-west. As of the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 6,932, with 6,575 residing in the built-up area, including the distinct locality of St Blazey Gate, making it a key area for potential planning developments.

Property prices in St Blazey show an average sale price of £251,128, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the St Blazey 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 Blazey a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around St Blazey has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, St Blazey 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 St Blazey, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near St Blazey. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), outline applications (9), discharge of conditions (4).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near St Blazey?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near St Blazey. The approval rate is 67%.
How long do planning decisions take near St Blazey?
The average planning decision time near St Blazey is 58 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 Blazey?
The planning approval rate near St Blazey is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near St Blazey?
The most common type of planning application near St Blazey is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near St Blazey?
You can search and track planning applications near St Blazey on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.