How long do planning decisions take near Tregorrick?

The average planning decision time near Tregorrick 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 Tregorrick?

The planning approval rate near Tregorrick is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Tregorrick?

The most common type of planning application near Tregorrick is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Tregorrick?

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Tregorrick, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Tregorrick, Cornwall.

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About Tregorrick

Tregorrick is a quaint hamlet located south of St Austell, nestled within the Pentewan Valley civil parish in mid Cornwall. Its rural charm and proximity to St Austell make it a noteworthy area for those exploring planning applications and developments in this picturesque part of England.

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Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: St Austell and Newquay
LSOA: Cornwall 036B

Crime Statistics

133 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 55
anti-social-behaviour: 20
criminal-damage-arson: 15
public-order: 11
other-theft: 10
shoplifting: 9
possession-of-weapons: 4
drugs: 3
vehicle-crime: 2
burglary: 1
robbery: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Tregorrick.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Tregorrick based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Tregorrick.

- 7 Trewhiddle Road St Austell Cornwall
Submission of details to discharge Condition number 3 (Drainage) in respect of Decision Notice PA17/09333 dated 18/10/18
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-04-16
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- Woodlands Penscott Lane Tregorrick St Austell Cornwall PL26 7AH
Proposed extension and alterations
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-04-28
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A brief summary of Tregorrick in Cornwall

The Tregorrick area recorded 133 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Tregorrick has one conservation area within its boundaries: St Austell. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Tregorrick includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cornwall. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Tregorrick

In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Tregorrick. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 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 Tregorrick.

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Tregorrick were full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (6), listed building and heritage (5). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 29 smaller schemes were submitted.

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