How long do planning decisions take near Caerwent?

The average planning decision time near Caerwent is 60 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 Caerwent?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Caerwent?

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

How can I track planning applications near Caerwent?

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Caerwent, Monmouthshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Caerwent, Monmouthshire.

Monmouthshire · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Caerwent are administered by Monmouthshire County Council. View the full Monmouthshire County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Caerwent

Caerwent is a historic village and community in Monmouthshire, Wales, located approximately five miles west of Chepstow and 11 miles east of Newport. Originally founded by the Romans as Venta Silurum, it boasts some of the best-preserved Roman ruins in Europe, making it a significant site for planning applications related to heritage and conservation. The village, which had a population of around 1,200 in 2021, also encompasses the nearby village of Llanvair Discoed, highlighting its potential for community development and infrastructure projects.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £300,721 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Monmouthshire
Parliamentary constituency: Monmouthshire
LSOA: Monmouthshire 010F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Caerwent.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Caerwent based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Caerwent.

- Myrtle Cottage Caerwent Link Caerwent NP26 5AZ
Extensions to existing semi-detached cottage, comprising a rear extension at first floor over the footprint of the existing single-storey addition and replacement porch to the principal elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Monmouthshire | Date: 2024-05-10
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A brief summary of Caerwent in Monmouthshire

Property prices in Caerwent show an average sale price of £300,721, 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 Caerwent a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Caerwent. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

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

At 60 days on average, decisions near Caerwent slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Caerwent were full planning applications (3), tree works (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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

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