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11 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Towan · updated daily · Cornwall Council

Planning in Towan

Approved
93%
52 of 52 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Towan

Postcode districts

PL28 146 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cornwall Council

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About Towan

Towan, located in Cornwall, is commonly referenced in various place names, but it primarily denotes the stunning three-mile stretch of coastal dunes known as The Towans. This natural area extends from the estuary of the River Hayle to Gwithian beach, with Upton serving as a notable midpoint. The South West Coast Path runs through these dunes, making it a significant feature for both conservation and potential development considerations in planning applications.

Property prices in Towan show an average sale price of £594,623, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Towan a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Towan 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 Towan, 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, 80 planning applications were submitted near Towan. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (31), outline applications (12), amendments (12).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Towan?
In the last 24 months, 80 planning applications were submitted near Towan. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Towan?
The average planning decision time near Towan is 50 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 Towan?
The planning approval rate near Towan is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Towan?
The most common type of planning application near Towan is full planning applications, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Towan?
You can search and track planning applications near Towan on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.