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Planning in St Lawrence

Approved
83%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around St Lawrence

Postcode districts

PL30 240 applications in the last 12 monthsPL31 97 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 Lawrence

St Lawrence is a quaint hamlet located southwest of Bodmin in Cornwall, England. Historically significant, it housed a lazar house from the Middle Ages until 1805, after which its revenues were redirected to the Truro Infirmary, marking an important transition in local healthcare. This rich history may influence future planning applications and developments in the area.

Property prices in St Lawrence show an average sale price of £289,634, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the St Lawrence 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 Lawrence a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around St Lawrence has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, St Lawrence 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 Lawrence, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near St Lawrence. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near St Lawrence?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near St Lawrence. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near St Lawrence?
The average planning decision time near St Lawrence is 47 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 Lawrence?
The planning approval rate near St Lawrence is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near St Lawrence?
The most common type of planning application near St Lawrence is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near St Lawrence?
You can search and track planning applications near St Lawrence on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.