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Planning in Atlantic Wharf

Approved
100%
33 of 33 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Atlantic Wharf in the last 24 months, from Cardiff Council's planning register.

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Around Atlantic Wharf

Postcode districts

CF10 215 applications in the last 12 monthsCF24 176 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cardiff Council

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About Atlantic Wharf

Atlantic Wharf is a vibrant southern district of Cardiff, Wales, featuring a mix of modern housing and apartments along the west side of the former Bute East Dock. The area showcases refurbished dock warehouses, contemporary hotels, and popular attractions such as the Red Dragon Centre and Cardiff Council's County Hall. It falls within the Butetown electoral division and is part of the Cardiff South and Penarth constituency, making it a key area for planning applications and urban development.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Atlantic Wharf area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Atlantic Wharf a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Atlantic Wharf planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Atlantic Wharf, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 115 planning applications were submitted near Atlantic Wharf. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (50), advertising consent (10), full planning applications (9). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Atlantic Wharf?
In the last 24 months, 115 planning applications were submitted near Atlantic Wharf. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Atlantic Wharf?
The average planning decision time near Atlantic Wharf 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 Atlantic Wharf?
The planning approval rate near Atlantic Wharf is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Atlantic Wharf?
The most common type of planning application near Atlantic Wharf is discharge of conditions, with 50 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Atlantic Wharf?
You can search and track planning applications near Atlantic Wharf on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.