How long do planning decisions take near Carmel?

The average planning decision time near Carmel is 81 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 Carmel?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Carmel?

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

How can I track planning applications near Carmel?

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Carmel, Flintshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Carmel, Flintshire.

Flintshire · Wales · settlement

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About Carmel

Carmel is a quaint village located in Flintshire, Wales, near Holywell. It features a primary school and a village hall, serving as community hubs. Historically, Carmel was home to two chapels, the Carmel Calvinistic Methodist Chapel and the Seion Congregationalist Chapel, both of which are now closed. The village was also the former site of the Carmel & District Cricket Club until it relocated in the 1990s. Situated within the Whitford Community, Carmel offers a tranquil setting for potential planning applications and developments.

District: Flintshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £262,449 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Flintshire
Parliamentary constituency: Clwyd East
LSOA: Flintshire 002C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Carmel.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Carmel based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Carmel.

FUL/000260/26 - Land at James Place, Holway Road, Holywell, CH8 7NP
Proposed erection of a detached dwelling and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full - Building Works | Council: Flintshire | Date: 2026-04-28
- 10, Park Avenue, Carmel, Holywell, CH8 7DL
Partly in retrospect demolition of existing sun room and erection of new single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Flintshire | Date: 2025-07-21
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- Glannant , Holway Road, Holway, Holywell, CH8 7NN
Construction of two detached houses wih site works including tree/plant protection, dry stone walls and management of contaminated soil.
Type: Full | Council: Flintshire | Date: 2024-02-02
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- 1 Gwel Afon, Holway Road Holywell CH8 7NT
Extension to existing balcony
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Flintshire | Date: 2023-04-26
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A brief summary of Carmel in Flintshire

Property prices in Carmel show an average sale price of £262,449, 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 Carmel a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Carmel. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

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

The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Carmel were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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