How long do planning decisions take near Bettws?

The average planning decision time near Bettws is 95 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 Bettws?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bettws?

The most common type of planning application near Bettws is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bettws?

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Bettws, Newport Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bettws, Newport.

Newport · Wales · settlement

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About Bettws

Bettws is a substantial modern housing estate and electoral ward within the city of Newport, South Wales. As a coterminous community, it offers a blend of residential development and local governance, making it an important area for those researching planning applications and community projects in Newport.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £231,513 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Newport
Parliamentary constituency: Newport West and Islwyn
LSOA: Newport 017C

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bettws.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bettws based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Bettws.

- The Acorns Monnow Way Bettws Newport South Wales NP20 7DB
WORKS (FELLING) TO 1NO. OAK TREE PROTECTED BY TPO 09/2001
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Newport | Date: 2025-02-04
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A brief summary of Bettws in Newport

Property prices in Bettws show an average sale price of £231,513, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

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Planning Activity in Bettws

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Bettws. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 95 days.

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

With an average of 95 days, decisions near Bettws take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Bettws were full planning applications (5), tree works (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 71% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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