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House prices in Vale of Glamorgan Council: average £303,112, +6.2% over 12 months (UK House Price Index, July 2026)

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Vale of Glamorgan Council received?
Vale of Glamorgan Council received 1,107 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 85%.
How long does Vale of Glamorgan Council take to decide applications?
Vale of Glamorgan Council takes an average of 72 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 Vale of Glamorgan Council?
Vale of Glamorgan Council approves 85% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in Vale of Glamorgan Council?
Submit your representation to Vale of Glamorgan Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Vale of Glamorgan Council planning portal.
Can I appeal a Vale of Glamorgan Council planning decision?
Yes. If Vale of Glamorgan Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 1 appeal was lodged against Vale of Glamorgan Council decisions in the last 24 months.

Planning data sourced from Vale of Glamorgan Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Vale of Glamorgan Council Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Vale of Glamorgan Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

Vale of Glamorgan Council serves as the governing authority for the Vale of Glamorgan, a key administrative region in Wales. This council plays a crucial role in managing local planning applications, ensuring that development aligns with the area's strategic objectives and community needs. The council was established in 1 April 1996. The council is currently led by Lis Burnett (Labour), who has held the position since 23 May 2022. Rob Thomas serves as Chief Executive since 1 May 2015. The council comprises 54 councillors serving 5 years terms, with the most recent election held on 5 May 2022.

The council area encompasses 114 towns and villages, including Penarth. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Vale of Glamorgan Council received 1,107 planning applications. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (397), discharge of conditions (145), amendments (99). 9 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged against Vale of Glamorgan Council decisions, of which 0 were allowed and 0 were dismissed.

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Vale of Glamorgan Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Vale of Glamorgan Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.