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Planning in Varfell

Approved
69%
9 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Varfell

Varfell is a quaint hamlet located in the parish of Ludgvan, Cornwall. Notably, it is home to Varfell Farm, which holds the distinction of being the world's largest producer of daffodil bulbs, making it a significant point of interest for agricultural planning and local economic development in the area. It sits within the Cornwall district.

Property prices in Varfell show an average sale price of £331,070, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Varfell 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 Varfell a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Varfell has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Varfell 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 Varfell, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Varfell. Of these, 69% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (4), tree works (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Varfell?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Varfell. The approval rate is 69%.
How long do planning decisions take near Varfell?
The average planning decision time near Varfell is 69 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 Varfell?
The planning approval rate near Varfell is 69%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Varfell?
The most common type of planning application near Varfell is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Varfell?
You can search and track planning applications near Varfell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.