How long do planning decisions take near Bassaleg?

The average planning decision time near Bassaleg is 70 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 Bassaleg?

The planning approval rate near Bassaleg is 25%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bassaleg?

The most common type of planning application near Bassaleg is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bassaleg?

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Bassaleg, Newport Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bassaleg, Newport.

Newport · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Bassaleg are administered by Newport City Council. View the full Newport City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bassaleg

Bassaleg is a village located on the western edge of Newport, Wales, within the Graig electoral ward and community. Its strategic position makes it a relevant area for those researching planning applications, as it combines residential charm with proximity to urban amenities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £209,417 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Newport
Parliamentary constituency: Newport West and Islwyn
LSOA: Newport 019F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bassaleg based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

11 planning applications found near Bassaleg.

- The Barn Pentre-Poeth Road Newport NP10 8LL
PROPOSED DETACHED GARAGE
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2025-10-20
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- 5 Forge Lane Bassaleg Newport NP10 8NF
PROPOSED ALTERATION TO ROOFLINE ON SIDE ELEVATION INVOLVING INCREASING THE HEIGHT OF THE EAVES AND REMOVAL OF DORMER WINDOW
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2025-06-24
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- 20 Forge Lane Bassaleg Newport NP10 8NG
FRONT EXTENSION, ALTERATIONS TO FRONT ROOF, CREATION OF PARKING AREA TO FRONT GARDEN
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2024-01-20
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- Ty Cenhinen Bedr 26A Penylan Close Bassaleg Newport South Wales NP10 8NU
REMOVE EXISTING ROOF OF DWELLING, RAISE EAVES BY 1 METRE, INSERTION OF NEW WINDOWS IN FRONT AND SIDE OF PROPERTY AND PROVISION OF REPLACEMENT ROOF
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2022-02-17
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- 14 Pentre-Poeth Road Newport NP10 8LL
RE-POSITIONING OF FRONT BOUNDARY/RETAINING WALL
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2017-11-21
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- Ruperra Arms 73 Caerphilly Road Newport NP10 8LJ
RETENTION OF TIMBER LEAN TO
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2017-07-04
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- The Manse Pentre-Poeth Road Newport NP10 8LL
DEMOLITION OF EXISTING SINGLE STOREY CONSERVATORY AND ERECTION OF TWO STOREY SIDE EXTENSION
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2016-06-20
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- RUPERRA ARMS P H CAERPHILLY ROAD BASSALEG NEWPORT NP10 8LJ View Location Map
ERECTION OF TWO STOREY AND SINGLE STOREY EXTENSIONS (RESUBMISSION) Show full description
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2002-12-02
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- 73, CAERPHILLY ROAD, NEWPORT, NP10 8LJ View Location Map
ERECTION OF TWO STOREY AND SINGLE STOREY EXTENSIONS Show full description
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2002-10-03
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- 74, Caerphilly Road, Newport, NP10 8LH View Location Map
ERECTION OF A DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE Show full description
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2002-02-01
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- 73, CAERPHILLY ROAD, NEWPORT, NP10 8LJ View Location Map
ERECTION OF TWO STOREY SIDE AND SINGLE STOREY FRONT EXTENSION Show full description
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2001-08-02
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A brief summary of Bassaleg in Newport

Property prices in Bassaleg show an average sale price of £209,417, 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 Bassaleg a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Bassaleg. Of these, 25% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Bassaleg.

At 70 days on average, decisions near Bassaleg slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Bassaleg were full planning applications (13), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 76% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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