How long do planning decisions take near Abergwili?

The average planning decision time near Abergwili is 66 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 Abergwili?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Abergwili?

The most common type of planning application near Abergwili is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Abergwili?

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Abergwili, Carmarthenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Abergwili, Carmarthenshire.

Carmarthenshire · Wales · settlement

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About Abergwili

Abergwili is a village and community located in Carmarthenshire, Wales, situated at the meeting point of the rivers Towy and Gwili, just a short distance from Carmarthen. This electoral ward encompasses the settlements of Peniel, Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili, and White Mill. Notably, the former Bishop's Palace grounds are recognized on the Cadw/ICOMOS Register of Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales, making the area significant for heritage and potential planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £257,693 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Carmarthenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Caerfyrddin
LSOA: Carmarthenshire 008C

Crime Statistics

17 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 8
public-order: 3
criminal-damage-arson: 2
anti-social-behaviour: 1
burglary: 1
other-theft: 1
shoplifting: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Abergwili.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Abergwili based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Abergwili.

- Llwynteg, High Street, Abergwili, Carmarthen, SA31 2JG
Proposed Residential Single Storey Garage (5M x 6M Nett Floor Area)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2026-03-23
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- Brook House, Castell Pigyn Road, Abergwili, Carmarthen, SA31 2JJ
Extension of an existing single integral garage into an integral double garage. Garage length extended as the original is not sufficient for modern vehicles
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2026-01-13
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- Closglas, Castell Pigyn Road, Abergwili, Carmarthen, SA31 2JJ
Single storey porch to north elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2025-04-29
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A brief summary of Abergwili in Carmarthenshire

Property prices in Abergwili show an average sale price of £257,693, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 17 crimes reported in the Abergwili 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 Abergwili

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Abergwili. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

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

At 66 days on average, decisions near Abergwili slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Abergwili were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 63% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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