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Planning in Wadebridge

Approved
79%
22 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Wadebridge

Wadebridge is a town and civil parish located in north Cornwall, England, positioned along the River Camel, just five miles upstream from Padstow. As of the 2021 census, the parish has a population of 6,811, with the built-up area housing around 5,625 residents. This growing community presents various opportunities for planning applications and development initiatives within the region. The town has a population of approximately 6,811 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cornwall district.

Property prices in Wadebridge show an average sale price of £419,748, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wadebridge 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 Wadebridge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wadebridge 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.wadebridge-tc.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Wadebridge, 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, 60 planning applications were submitted near Wadebridge. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), outline applications (7), tree works (2). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wadebridge?
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Wadebridge. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wadebridge?
The average planning decision time near Wadebridge is 73 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 Wadebridge?
The planning approval rate near Wadebridge is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wadebridge?
The most common type of planning application near Wadebridge is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wadebridge?
You can search and track planning applications near Wadebridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.