How many planning applications has Cardiff Council received?

Cardiff Council received 1,191 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 94%.

How long does Cardiff Council take to decide planning applications?

Cardiff Council takes an average of 54 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Cardiff Council?

Cardiff Council approves 94% of planning applications. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How do I search Cardiff Council planning applications?

You can search Cardiff Council planning applications by postcode on Planning Signal. Enter any postcode in the Cardiff Council area to see all nearby applications, filter by type, and track decisions in real time.

How do I object to a planning application in Cardiff Council?

To object to a Cardiff Council planning application, you must submit your representation to Cardiff Council during the public consultation period — typically 21 days from the date the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows you the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Cardiff Council planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Cardiff Council Planning Applications

Search and explore Cardiff Council planning applications. Planning Signal is your free alternative to the Cardiff Council planning portal — search all recent applications, track decisions, and get alerts on new developments in the area.

Region: Wales

About Cardiff Council

Cardiff Council, officially known as the County Council of the City and County of Cardiff, serves as the governing authority for Cardiff, a key area in Wales. Established in 1996, it replaced the former Cardiff City Council and operates with a structure of 79 councillors across 28 electoral wards, making it a crucial entity for anyone researching planning applications in the region.

Population: 383,536 (2023) · Area: 140.3 km²

Website: https://www.visitcardiff.com/

Governance

Leader: Huw Thomas (Labour), since 25 May 2017

Chair: Adrian Robson (Conservative), since 22 May 2025

Chief Executive: Paul Orders, since 26 September 2013<ref>{{cite web |title=Council minutes, 26 September 2013

Seats: 79 (term: 5 years)

Founded: 1996

Last election: 5 May 2022

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to Cardiff Council, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Cardiff Council
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in Cardiff Council mention key planning constraints like heritage, flood risk, and environmental concerns
Council Boundary Map - Interactive map showing the council boundary and application locations
Full Details - View complete application details, dates and decision status

Council Insights

Property Prices

Area Information

Admin district: Cardiff
Parliamentary constituency: Cardiff South and Penarth
LSOA: Cardiff 032A

Crime Statistics

1,260 crimes reported in 2026-04.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 365
shoplifting: 222
anti-social-behaviour: 146
vehicle-crime: 112
public-order: 101
criminal-damage-arson: 76
other-theft: 71
bicycle-theft: 32
drugs: 32
other-crime: 26
burglary: 25
theft-from-the-person: 20
robbery: 17
possession-of-weapons: 15

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in Cardiff Council.

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 Cardiff Council based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in Cardiff Council

59 towns and villages. Click any town to search for planning applications nearby.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the Cardiff Council area.

A brief summary of Cardiff Council

The Cardiff Council area recorded 1260 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

The council area encompasses 59 towns and villages, including Cardiff/Caerdydd. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search Cardiff Council Planning Applications

Planning Signal provides a free, fast planning search for Cardiff Council. Use the postcode search above to find planning applications near any address in the Cardiff Council area. Unlike the official Cardiff Council planning portal, Planning Signal lets you save searches, watch individual applications, and receive email alerts when decisions are made or new applications are submitted nearby.

Whether you're a resident checking Cardiff Council planning applications near your home, a homeowner tracking your own application, or a property professional monitoring the local market, Planning Signal gives you the tools to stay informed about planning and development across Cardiff Council.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 1,191 planning applications Cardiff Council received. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants in Cardiff Council may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types in Cardiff Council were full planning applications (452), discharge of conditions (267), tree works (147). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 5 large-scale (major) developments, 1 medium-scale application, 1,179 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 538 applications
Refused: 20 applications
Withdrawn: 13 applications
Awaiting decision: 620 applications

Related Planning Guides

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What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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