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Planning in Woolston

Approved
59%
10 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Woolston

Woolston, located in the civil parish of St Ive and Pensilva in Cornwall, England, is home to approximately 4,246 residents. Spanning an area of 6,894 acres, this community offers a blend of rural charm and potential for development, making it a notable area for planning applications.

Property prices in Woolston show an average sale price of £262,074, 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 Woolston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Woolston has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Woolston 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 Woolston, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Woolston. Of these, 59% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), amendments (4), outline applications (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 Woolston?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Woolston. The approval rate is 59%.
How long do planning decisions take near Woolston?
The average planning decision time near Woolston is 55 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 Woolston?
The planning approval rate near Woolston is 59%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Woolston?
The most common type of planning application near Woolston is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Woolston?
You can search and track planning applications near Woolston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.