How long do planning decisions take near Builth Road?

The average planning decision time near Builth Road is 308 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 Builth Road?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Builth Road?

The most common type of planning application near Builth Road is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Builth Road?

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Builth Road, Powys Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Builth Road, Powys.

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About Builth Road

Builth Road railway station serves the nearby town of Builth Wells in mid Wales and is located on the Heart of Wales Line. Situated over 2 miles northwest of Builth Wells, it is accessible via the A470, a key trunk road in the area, making it an important transport hub for those involved in planning applications and developments in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £306,349 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Powys
Parliamentary constituency: Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
LSOA: Powys 014D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Builth Road.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Builth Road based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Builth Road.

- Forge Garage CWM Bach Builth Wells Powys LD2 3RW
Outline: Erection of new dwelling (and demolition of existing garage)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Powys | Date: 2008-04-02
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- Ivy Cottage, Cwmbach, Builth Wells
Erection of a single storey domestic extension SO 05 SW
Status: Unresolved | Council: Powys | Date: 2001-06-04
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A brief summary of Builth Road in Powys

Property prices in Builth Road show an average sale price of £306,349, 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 Builth Road a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Builth Road. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 308 days.

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

With an average of 308 days, decisions near Builth Road take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 11-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Builth Road were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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