How long do planning decisions take near Blackrock?

The average planning decision time near Blackrock is 13 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 Blackrock?

The planning approval rate near Blackrock is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Blackrock?

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

How can I track planning applications near Blackrock?

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Blackrock, Monmouthshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Blackrock, Monmouthshire.

Monmouthshire · Wales · settlement

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

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £378,280 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Monmouthshire
Parliamentary constituency: Monmouthshire
LSOA: Monmouthshire 005C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Blackrock.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Blackrock based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Blackrock.

- Beechwood Main Road Blackrock Clydach Sir Fynwy NP7 0LW
Remove existing suspended decking and construct new retaining wall and grassed lawn, with all associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Brecon Beacons | Date: 2026-03-20
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- The Old Workshop Cottage Main Road North Clydach NP7 0LL
Proposed extension and alteration of the existing cottage
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Brecon Beacons | Date: 2023-11-24
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A brief summary of Blackrock in Monmouthshire

Blackrock is a settlement located in Monmouthshire, Wales.

Property prices in Blackrock show an average sale price of £378,280, 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 Blackrock a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Blackrock. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 13 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 Blackrock.

The average decision time of 13 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Blackrock were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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