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Planning in Barrack Hill

Approved
88%
15 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Barrack Hill

Barrack Hill is a prominent area in Newport, Wales, situated within the suburb and community parish of Allt-yr-yn. It is notably home to Raglan Barracks, a key facility for army training and the base for the Newport army cadets, making it a significant location for military activities and community engagement. This area may be of interest for those researching planning applications related to military infrastructure and community development.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Barrack Hill 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 Barrack Hill 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, Barrack Hill 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 Barrack Hill, 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, 37 planning applications were submitted near Barrack Hill. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Barrack Hill?
In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Barrack Hill. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Barrack Hill?
The average planning decision time near Barrack Hill is 53 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 Barrack Hill?
The planning approval rate near Barrack Hill is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barrack Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Barrack Hill is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barrack Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Barrack Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.