How long do planning decisions take near Backe?

The average planning decision time near Backe is 62 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 Backe?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Backe?

The most common type of planning application near Backe is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Backe?

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Backe, Carmarthenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Backe, Carmarthenshire.

Carmarthenshire · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Backe are administered by Carmarthenshire County Council. View the full Carmarthenshire County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Backe

St Clears, located on the River Taf in Carmarthenshire, Wales, is a vibrant town with a population of 2,995 as recorded in the 2011 census. This community encompasses several smaller settlements, including Bancyfelin, Backe, and Pwlltrap, and is surrounded by the charming towns and villages of Meidrim, Newchurch, and Laugharne Township, among others. With its strategic location and close-knit community, St Clears presents potential opportunities for planning applications and development projects in the region.

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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 003D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-04.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Backe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Backe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Backe.

- Land adjacent to Savoy Country Inn, St Clears, SA33 4JP
Discharge of Condition 3 (foul and surface water) and Condition 5 (stopping up of existing access) on full planning permission W/37870 dated 16th April 2019
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2023-08-08
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A brief summary of Backe in Carmarthenshire

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

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Backe a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Backe 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.

Planning Activity in Backe

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Backe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

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

At 62 days on average, decisions near Backe slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Backe were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1), advertising consent (1). 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, 2 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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