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Planning in Beaufort

Approved
83%
35 of 37 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Beaufort in the last 24 months, from Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council's planning register.

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About Beaufort

Beaufort is a village and community situated on the northern edge of Blaenau Gwent county borough in Wales, within the historic county of Brecknockshire and the preserved county of Gwent. As of the 2011 census, Beaufort has a population of 3,866, making it an important area for planning applications and community developments in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,693 (2021 estimate).

Beaufort covers an area of approximately 343.9 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Beaufort 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 Beaufort 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, Beaufort 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 Beaufort, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near Beaufort. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), discharge of conditions (9), outline applications (5).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Beaufort?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Beaufort. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Beaufort?
The average planning decision time near Beaufort is 35 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 Beaufort?
The planning approval rate near Beaufort is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Beaufort?
The most common type of planning application near Beaufort is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Beaufort?
You can search and track planning applications near Beaufort on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.