How long do planning decisions take near Bryn?

The average planning decision time near Bryn is 73 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 Bryn?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bryn?

The most common type of planning application near Bryn is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bryn?

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Bryn, Neath Port Talbot Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bryn, Neath Port Talbot.

Neath Port Talbot · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Bryn are administered by Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council. View the full Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bryn

Bryn is a quaint village and community in Neath Port Talbot County Borough, Wales, with a population of 913. Nestled in the hills between Cwmafan and Maesteg, it lies approximately 6 miles from Port Talbot and 2 miles from Maesteg. Originally known as Bryn-troed-y-garn, the village has seen a slight population increase to 923 by 2011, with 12% of residents speaking Welsh, making it a culturally rich area for potential planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £163,542 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Neath Port Talbot
Parliamentary constituency: Aberafan Maesteg
LSOA: Neath Port Talbot 018C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bryn.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bryn based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Bryn.

- Plot 6 Old School Court Neath Road Bryn Port Talbot SA13 2BJ
Erection of dwelling and associated engineering works including access.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Neath | Date: 2025-05-10
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- Mulberry House Bryn Eglwys Bryn Neath Port Talbot
Garage and store
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Neath | Date: 2025-04-28
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- Plots 3 And 4 Old School Court Neath Road Bryn Port Talbot SA13 2BJ
Outline application (with all matters reserved) for the erection of two dwellings and associated engineering works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Neath | Date: 2024-11-24
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- Red Robin Lodge 2 Old School Court Bryn Port Talbot SA13 2BJ
Change of use of an ancillary residential shed to a dog grooming parlour (Sui Generis Use Class)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Neath | Date: 2023-09-16
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A brief summary of Bryn in Neath Port Talbot

Property prices in Bryn show an average sale price of £163,542, 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 Bryn a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Bryn. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

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

The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Bryn were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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