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Planning in Thorne

Approved
69%
11 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Thorne

Thorne comprises two hamlets in north Cornwall, located near Bude along the A3073 road and close to Whitstone. Historically significant, Thorne near Whitstone was a medieval manor, recorded in the Domesday Book with land suitable for one plough and 20 acres of pasture, making it a potential area of interest for planning applications related to agricultural development and heritage conservation.

Property prices in Thorne show an average sale price of £407,160, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Thorne 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 (May 2026). This makes Thorne a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Thorne 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 Thorne, 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, 40 planning applications were submitted near Thorne. Of these, 69% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), outline applications (4), amendments (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Thorne?
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Thorne. The approval rate is 69%.
How long do planning decisions take near Thorne?
The average planning decision time near Thorne is 57 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 Thorne?
The planning approval rate near Thorne is 69%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Thorne?
The most common type of planning application near Thorne is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Thorne?
You can search and track planning applications near Thorne on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.