How long do planning decisions take near Abercraf?

The average planning decision time near Abercraf is 67 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 Abercraf?

The planning approval rate near Abercraf is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Abercraf?

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

How can I track planning applications near Abercraf?

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Abercraf, Powys Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Abercraf, Powys.

Powys · Wales · settlement

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About Abercraf

Abercraf is a village located in Powys, Wales, within the community of Ystradgynlais and the historic county boundaries of Brecknockshire. This area offers unique planning opportunities and considerations, reflecting its rich heritage and community context.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £198,953 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Powys
Parliamentary constituency: Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
LSOA: Powys 021A

Crime Statistics

9 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 7
criminal-damage-arson: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Abercraf.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Abercraf based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Abercraf.

- 85 Heol Tawe Abercrave Swansea Powys SA9 1XR
Creation of new access and parking
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2026-01-06
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- Ysgol Y Cribarth Maesyfron Abercrave Swansea Powys SA9 1XD
Discharge of conditions 8, 9, 10 and 11 of planning approval 25/0218/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-11-03
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- 6 Trefleming Cottage Tre-Fleming Abercrave Swansea SA9 1US
Erection of first floor rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-07-25
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A brief summary of Abercraf in Powys

Property prices in Abercraf show an average sale price of £198,953, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 9 crimes reported in the Abercraf area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

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Planning Activity in Abercraf

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Abercraf. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 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 Abercraf.

At 67 days on average, decisions near Abercraf slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Abercraf were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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