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Planning in Truro

Approved
80%
89 of 91 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Truro

Truro is the southernmost city in the UK and serves as the county town of Cornwall, England. Located 232 miles west-south-west of London, it is a hub for administration, leisure, and shopping, with a population of 21,046 as of the 2021 census. The built-up area has a larger population of 23,060, making it a key location for those researching planning applications in the region. The city has a population of approximately 21,046 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cornwall district.

Truro covers an area of approximately 6.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Truro show an average sale price of £334,883, 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 Truro a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Truro has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Truro 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.truro.gov.uk/.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Truro, 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, 245 planning applications were submitted near Truro. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (38), tree works (34), listed building and heritage (33). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Truro?
In the last 24 months, 245 planning applications were submitted near Truro. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Truro?
The average planning decision time near Truro is 54 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 Truro?
The planning approval rate near Truro is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Truro?
The most common type of planning application near Truro is full planning applications, with 38 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Truro?
You can search and track planning applications near Truro on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.