How many planning applications has Isle of Anglesey County Council received?

Isle of Anglesey County Council received 540 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 94%.

How long does Isle of Anglesey County Council take to decide planning applications?

Isle of Anglesey County Council takes an average of 76 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 Isle of Anglesey County Council?

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

How do I object to a planning application in Isle of Anglesey County Council?

To object to a Isle of Anglesey County Council planning application, you must submit your representation to Isle of Anglesey County 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 Isle of Anglesey County Council planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Isle of Anglesey County Council Planning Applications

Q: How do I search Isle of Anglesey County Council planning applications?

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

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

Region: Wales

About Isle of Anglesey County Council

Isle of Anglesey County Council serves as the local authority for the Isle of Anglesey, a key area in Wales recognized for its county status. The council comprises 35 councillors who represent 14 multi-member electoral wards, making it essential for those researching planning applications in this picturesque region.

Governance

Leader: Gary Pritchard (Plaid Cymru), since 26 September 2024

Chair: Non Dafydd (Plaid Cymru), since 20 May 2025

Chief Executive: Dylan Williams, since March 2022

Founded: 1 April 1996

Last election: 5 May 2022

Political composition: Plaid Cymru (19), Independent (11), Labour (3), Liberal Democrats (1), Reform UK (1)

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to Isle of Anglesey County Council, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Isle of Anglesey County Council
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in Isle of Anglesey County 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

Average property sale price: £228,425 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Isle of Anglesey
Parliamentary constituency: Ynys Môn
LSOA: Isle of Anglesey 001E

Crime Statistics

30 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 14
violent-crime: 12
criminal-damage-arson: 2
public-order: 2

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in Isle of Anglesey County 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 Isle of Anglesey County Council based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in Isle of Anglesey County Council

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

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the Isle of Anglesey County Council area.

A brief summary of Isle of Anglesey County Council

The average property sale price in the Isle of Anglesey County Council area is £228,425, based on 50 recent transactions.

There were 30 crimes reported in the Isle of Anglesey County Council area during the most recent period, a moderate level broadly in line with similar areas.

The council area encompasses 145 towns and villages, including Amlwch, Beaumaris, Holyhead/Caergybi and Llangefni. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search Isle of Anglesey County Council Planning Applications

Planning Signal provides a free, fast planning search for Isle of Anglesey County Council. Use the postcode search above to find planning applications near any address in the Isle of Anglesey County Council area. Unlike the official Isle of Anglesey County 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 Isle of Anglesey County 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 Isle of Anglesey County Council.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 540 planning applications Isle of Anglesey County Council received. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

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

The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types in Isle of Anglesey County Council were full planning applications (240), discharge of conditions (92), amendments (84). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 44 medium-scale applications, 475 smaller schemes were submitted.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 245 applications
Refused: 14 applications
Withdrawn: 1 application
Awaiting decision: 280 applications

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