How long do planning decisions take near Bishton?

The average planning decision time near Bishton is 20 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 Bishton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bishton?

The most common type of planning application near Bishton is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bishton?

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Bishton, Newport Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bishton, Newport.

Newport · Wales · settlement

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

About Bishton

Bishton, also known as Bishopston, is a small rural community located in the eastern part of Newport, South Wales. Situated within the Llanwern electoral district, it encompasses the eastern end of the Llanwern steelworks and the Underwood estate. The population has seen a slight decline from 2,181 in 2001 to 2,137 in 2011, making it a relatively stable yet small locality for planning considerations.

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Area Information

Admin district: Newport
Parliamentary constituency: Newport East
LSOA: Newport 001D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bishton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bishton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Bishton.

- Ridings Farm Bishton Road Bishton Newport NP18 2DZ
PARTIAL DISCHARGE OF CONDITION 2 (SOFT LANDSCAPING) OF 25/0124 THE CONSTRUCTION OF AN ANNEXE AND LINK WALKWAY WITH STORAGE AND WORK FROM HOME SPACE
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Newport | Date: 2025-08-01
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A brief summary of Bishton in Newport

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bishton a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Bishton

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Bishton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 20 days.

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

The average decision time of 20 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bishton were discharge of conditions (1).

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