How long do planning decisions take near Belan?

The average planning decision time near Belan is 185 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 Belan?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Belan?

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

How can I track planning applications near Belan?

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Belan, Powys Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Belan, Powys.

Powys · Wales · settlement

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

About Belan

Belan is a small hamlet located 3.5 miles southwest of Welshpool in Powys, Wales, and is part of the Welshpool community. The area is notable for its proximity to the Belan Locks, which were constructed around 1800 as part of the historic Montgomery Canal, making it of interest for those researching planning applications related to heritage and waterway developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £276,774 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Powys
Parliamentary constituency: Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr
LSOA: Powys 005B

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

shoplifting: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Belan.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Belan based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Belan in Powys

Property prices in Belan show an average sale price of £276,774, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Belan is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

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

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Belan. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 185 days.

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

With an average of 185 days, decisions near Belan take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 7-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Belan were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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