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Planning in Blaengwrach

Only 6 decisions near Blaengwrach in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Blaengwrach in the last 24 months, from Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council's planning register.

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About Blaengwrach

Blaengwrach is a community located near Glynneath and Resolven in Neath Port Talbot, Wales, comprising the electoral ward of the same name. The main settlement is Cwmgwrach, situated on the southern side of the Neath Valley, with the eastern section often referred to as Blaengwrach. The names are derived from the Gwrach stream, which feeds into the River Neath, with Blaengwrach meaning "Beginning of the Gwrach" and Cwmgwrach translating to "Valley of the Gwrach." This area may be of particular interest for planning applications, given its unique geographical and historical significance.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Blaengwrach 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, Blaengwrach 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 Blaengwrach, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Blaengwrach.

The most common types were full planning applications (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Blaengwrach?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Blaengwrach.
What types of planning applications are most common near Blaengwrach?
The most common type of planning application near Blaengwrach is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Blaengwrach?
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