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Planning in St Gluvias

Approved
83%
91 of 96 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around St Gluvias

Postcode districts

TR10 118 applications in the last 12 monthsTR11 511 applications in the last 12 monthsTR4 254 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cornwall Council

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About St Gluvias

St Gluvias, located in Cornwall, England, is a suburb situated on the northern edge of Penryn, approximately two miles northwest of Falmouth. Historically, it was the center of a large ancient parish that included Penryn until its boundaries were redefined in 1866. In 1934, St Gluvias was incorporated into Penryn, and the civil parish of St Gluvias was renamed Ponsanooth in 2021, now covering only the rural areas to the north. This rich history may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area, as it reflects the evolving landscape and governance of the region. It sits within the Penryn district.

Property prices in St Gluvias show an average sale price of £333,790, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the St Gluvias 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 Gluvias a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around St Gluvias has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, St Gluvias 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 Gluvias, 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, 142 planning applications were submitted near St Gluvias. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (40), tree works (26), outline applications (19).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near St Gluvias?
In the last 24 months, 142 planning applications were submitted near St Gluvias. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near St Gluvias?
The average planning decision time near St Gluvias 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 St Gluvias?
The planning approval rate near St Gluvias is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near St Gluvias?
The most common type of planning application near St Gluvias is full planning applications, with 40 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near St Gluvias?
You can search and track planning applications near St Gluvias on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.