How long do planning decisions take near Wheal Frances?

The average planning decision time near Wheal Frances is 51 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 Wheal Frances?

The planning approval rate near Wheal Frances is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wheal Frances?

The most common type of planning application near Wheal Frances is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wheal Frances?

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Wheal Frances, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wheal Frances, Cornwall.

Cornwall · England · settlement

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

About Wheal Frances

Wheal Frances is a quaint village situated within the civil parish of Perranzabuloe in Cornwall, England. Its unique location makes it an area of interest for planning applications, reflecting the charm and character of rural Cornwall.

District: Cornwall

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £348,629 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: Truro and Falmouth
LSOA: Cornwall 033A

Crime Statistics

3 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 2
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wheal Frances.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wheal Frances based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Wheal Frances in Cornwall

Property prices in Wheal Frances show an average sale price of £348,629, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Wheal Frances is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Wheal Frances includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Carrick Heaths SSSI, Carnkief Pond SSSI, Ventongimps Moor SSSI. 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 Wheal Frances

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Wheal Frances. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 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 Wheal Frances.

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wheal Frances were full planning applications (3), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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