How long do planning decisions take near Abergarw?

The average planning decision time near Abergarw is 49 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 Abergarw?

The planning approval rate near Abergarw is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Abergarw?

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

How can I track planning applications near Abergarw?

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Abergarw, Bridgend Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Abergarw, Bridgend.

Bridgend · Wales · settlement

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About Abergarw

Abergarw is a village located in Bridgend county, positioned at the meeting point of the River Garw and River Ogwr valleys. Situated approximately 4 miles north of Bridgend town, it is nestled between the villages of Brynmenyn and Bryncethin, making it a noteworthy area for prospective planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £249,313 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bridgend
Parliamentary constituency: Bridgend
LSOA: Bridgend 006B

Crime Statistics

55 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 27
public-order: 8
anti-social-behaviour: 5
other-theft: 4
shoplifting: 4
other-crime: 3
drugs: 2
criminal-damage-arson: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Abergarw.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Abergarw based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Abergarw.

- 6 Davis Avenue, Bryncethin, Bridgend, CF32 9JJ
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed rear dormer extension; single storey side and rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2026-03-30
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- Pleasant View, Bryncethin, Bridgend, CF32 9YJ
Re-modelling and enlargement of bungalow through extensions to building footprint, rear single storey extension to provide additional living accommodation, gym and pool and new roof with gable and dor
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2026-03-16
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- 39 Highland Avenue, Bryncethin, Bridgend, CF32 9YH
Certificate of Lawfulness for use of domestic dwelling as a registered care home providing supported living for one resident with a minimum of two staff members present during the day and one waking n
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2026-01-14
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- 104A Rowans Lane, Bryncethin, Bridgend CF32 9LZ
Approval of details for condition 5 (site drainage) of P/24/648/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2025-02-04
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- Plot 2 Abergarw Farm site Brynmenyn CF32 8YG
New dwelling and access
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2023-06-16
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A brief summary of Abergarw in Bridgend

Property prices in Abergarw show an average sale price of £249,313, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Abergarw area recorded 55 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

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Planning Activity in Abergarw

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Abergarw. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

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

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Abergarw were full planning applications (3), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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