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Planning in Barnardtown

Approved
73%
37 of 48 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Barnardtown in the last 24 months, from Newport City Council's planning register.

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Around Barnardtown

Postcode districts

NP20 221 applications in the last 12 monthsNP19 155 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Newport City Council

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About Barnardtown

Barnardtown, located to the east of Newport Bridge in Newport, is a small area defined by Duckpool Road, Church Road, and Caerleon Road. It falls within the electoral ward of Saint Julian's, with Riverside situated to the west. This compact community offers potential for various planning applications due to its strategic location and existing infrastructure.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Barnardtown 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 Barnardtown 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, Barnardtown 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 Barnardtown, 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, 133 planning applications were submitted near Barnardtown. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), discharge of conditions (9), amendments (5). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Barnardtown?
In the last 24 months, 133 planning applications were submitted near Barnardtown. The approval rate is 73%.
How long do planning decisions take near Barnardtown?
The average planning decision time near Barnardtown is 57 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 Barnardtown?
The planning approval rate near Barnardtown is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barnardtown?
The most common type of planning application near Barnardtown is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barnardtown?
You can search and track planning applications near Barnardtown on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.