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Planning in Caernarfon

Approved
90%
19 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 25 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Caernarfon in the last 24 months, from Gwynedd Council's planning register.

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About Caernarfon

Caernarfon is a historic royal town and port located in Gwynedd, Wales, with a population of 9,852. Situated along the A4871 road on the eastern shore of the Menai Strait, it faces Anglesey across the water. The town is conveniently positioned 8.6 miles from Bangor to the north-east and is bordered by the stunning landscapes of Snowdonia to the east and south-east, making it an area of interest for planning applications and developments.

Property prices in Caernarfon show an average sale price of £230,620, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Caernarfon area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Caernarfon 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, Caernarfon 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Caernarfon, 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, 35 planning applications were submitted near Caernarfon. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 178 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (3), advertising consent (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Caernarfon?
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Caernarfon. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Caernarfon?
The average planning decision time near Caernarfon is 178 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 Caernarfon?
The planning approval rate near Caernarfon is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Caernarfon?
The most common type of planning application near Caernarfon is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Caernarfon?
You can search and track planning applications near Caernarfon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.