How long do planning decisions take near Cat's Ash?

The average planning decision time near Cat's Ash is 69 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 Cat's Ash?

The planning approval rate near Cat's Ash is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cat's Ash?

The most common type of planning application near Cat's Ash is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cat's Ash?

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Cat's Ash, Newport Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cat's Ash, Newport.

Newport · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Cat's Ash are administered by Newport City Council. View the full Newport City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Cat's Ash

Cat's Ash is a quaint hamlet located to the east of Newport's city centre in South East Wales. This small community offers a unique setting for planning applications, blending rural charm with proximity to urban amenities. Its distinct character may influence local development considerations and community integration efforts.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £253,918 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Newport
Parliamentary constituency: Newport East
LSOA: Newport 001F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cat's Ash.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cat's Ash.

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 Cat's Ash based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Cat's Ash.

- 24 Park End Langstone Newport NP18 2NB
CONSTRUCTION OF A GARDEN RETAINING WALL AND DOUBLE GARAGE TO THE SIDE OF THE PROPERTY
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2025-09-12
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- Little Brook Old Chepstow Road Newport NP18 2ND
PROPOSED TWO STOREY SIDE EXTENSION AND ASSOCIATED WORKS
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2024-01-05
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A brief summary of Cat's Ash in Newport

Property prices in Cat's Ash show an average sale price of £253,918, 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 Cat's Ash a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cat's Ash 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 Cat's Ash

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Cat's Ash. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Cat's Ash.

At 69 days on average, decisions near Cat's Ash slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Cat's Ash were full planning applications (2), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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