How long do planning decisions take near Stithians?

The average planning decision time near Stithians is 31 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 Stithians?

The planning approval rate near Stithians is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stithians?

The most common type of planning application near Stithians is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stithians?

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Stithians, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stithians, Cornwall.

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About Stithians

Stithians, or St Stythians, is a vibrant village and civil parish located in Cornwall, England, situated centrally among Redruth, Helston, and Falmouth. With a population that grew from 2,004 in 2001 to 2,101 by the 2011 census, Stithians offers a thriving community atmosphere. The surrounding electoral ward also encompasses areas to the north, including St Day, with a total population of 5,023 as of the same census, making it an important locality for those researching planning applications in the region.

Population: 2,244 (2021) · Elevation: 123.1m

District: Cornwall

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Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: Truro and Falmouth
LSOA: Cornwall 047A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stithians.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stithians based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Stithians.

- Land And Garage Adj To Half Moon House South Road Stithians Truro Cornwall TR3 7AD
Submission of details to discharge condition nos. 3 and 4 in relation to Appeal Decision notice no. APP/D0840/W/22/3305587 dated 09/05/2023 in respect of Application no. PA22/02409.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-06-21
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- Collins Parc Stithians TR3 7RB
Submission of details to discharge Conditions 3 and 4 in respect of Decision Notice PA22/08724 dated 27.01.23.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-03-24
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A brief summary of Stithians in Cornwall

Stithians sits at an elevation of 123.1 metres above sea level. The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stithians 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.

Planning Activity in Stithians

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Stithians. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 31 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Stithians.

The average decision time of 31 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Stithians were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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