How long do planning decisions take near Trew?

The average planning decision time near Trew is 44 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 Trew?

The planning approval rate near Trew is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Trew?

The most common type of planning application near Trew is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Trew?

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Trew, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Trew, Cornwall.

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Planning applications in Trew are administered by Cornwall Council. View the full Cornwall Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Trew

Trew is a small hamlet located within the Breage parish in Cornwall, England. This quaint community is part of the picturesque Cornish landscape, making it a noteworthy consideration for those researching planning applications in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £314,379 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: St Ives
LSOA: Cornwall 071A

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Trew.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Trew based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Trew in Cornwall

Property prices in Trew show an average sale price of £314,379, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Trew is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Trew has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Tregonning Hill, Breage. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Trew includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Great Wheal Fortune SSSI; 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 Trew

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Trew. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 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 Trew.

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Trew were full planning applications (4), tree works (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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