What is the planning approval rate near Brynmawr?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Brynmawr?

The most common type of planning application near Brynmawr is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Brynmawr?

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Brynmawr, Blaenau Gwent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Brynmawr, Blaenau Gwent.

Blaenau Gwent · Wales · Town

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About Brynmawr

Brynmawr is a market town and electoral ward located in Blaenau Gwent, Wales, often regarded as the highest town in the country, sitting at an elevation of 1,250 to 1,500 feet above sea level. Established during the early 19th century alongside the coal mining and iron industries, Brynmawr's historical significance and industrial heritage make it a key area for planning applications and development projects in the South Wales Valleys. Prior to local authority reorganisation in 1974, the town was part of Brecknockshire.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £148,410 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Blaenau Gwent
Parliamentary constituency: Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney
LSOA: Blaenau Gwent 007E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Brynmawr.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Brynmawr based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Brynmawr.

- 74 Worcester Street, Brynmawr, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent, NP23 4EZ
Installation of EV charging point and cable Gully to pavement
Type: Full | Council: Blaenau Gwent | Date: 2026-01-15
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- 60 Lansbury Road, Brynmawr, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent, NP23 4HZ
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Blaenau Gwent | Date: 2025-06-16
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- Unit 12, Blaenau Gwent Workshops Pond Road, Nantyglo, Brynmawr, Blaenau Gwent, NP23 4BL
Change of use from a cafe/restaurant to a food preparation facility with extraction equipment Units 12&13 Blaenau Gwent Workshops.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Blaenau Gwent | Date: 2024-01-31
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A brief summary of Brynmawr in Blaenau Gwent

Property prices in Brynmawr show an average sale price of £148,410, 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 Brynmawr a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Brynmawr

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Brynmawr. Of these, 100% were approved.

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

The most common application types near Brynmawr were full planning applications (4). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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