How long do planning decisions take near Caerwys?

The average planning decision time near Caerwys is 62 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 Caerwys?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Caerwys?

The most common type of planning application near Caerwys is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Caerwys?

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Caerwys, Flintshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Caerwys, Flintshire.

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About Caerwys

Caerwys is a town and community located in Flintshire, Wales, situated less than two miles from the A55 North Wales Expressway and one mile from the A541 Mold-Denbigh road. As of the 2011 Census, Caerwys had a population of 1,283, while the larger ward population reached 2,569. The community also encompasses the area of Afonwen, making it an important locality for those considering planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £263,656 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Flintshire
Parliamentary constituency: Alyn and Deeside
LSOA: Flintshire 019D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Caerwys.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Caerwys based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Caerwys.

- St. Michaels Rectory, Pen Y Cefn Road, Caerwys, Mold, Flintshire CH7 5BH
The tree is located at the northern boundary of the field. Both sides of the boundary are owned by the Church in Wales. The tree is a large mature Ash tree. It is showing signs of Ash dieback however
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Flintshire | Date: 2026-02-16
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- Caerwys Golf Club, Pen Y Cefn Road, Caerwys, Mold, CH7 5AQ
Proposed conversion of golf club house into holiday letting units and associated development
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Flintshire | Date: 2024-11-01
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A brief summary of Caerwys in Flintshire

Property prices in Caerwys show an average sale price of £263,656, 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 Caerwys a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Caerwys

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Caerwys. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

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

At 62 days on average, decisions near Caerwys slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Caerwys were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 20% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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