Cefn Golau, Blaenau Gwent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Cefn Golau, Blaenau Gwent.
Blaenau Gwent · Wales · settlement
About Cefn Golau
Cefn Golau, located on a narrow mountain ridge in Blaenau Gwent, South East Wales, lies between the towns of Rhymney and Tredegar. The name "Cefn Golau," translating to "hill of light," reflects the area's scenic elevation and provides a unique context for planning applications, particularly those related to heritage and conservation in this picturesque region.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £146,408 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Caerphilly
- Parliamentary constituency: Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney
- LSOA: Caerphilly 001C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Cefn Golau.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cefn Golau.
- 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 Cefn Golau based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Cefn Golau.
- - Springfield Cottage Queen Victoria Street, Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent, NP22 3QA
Retention existing new detached dwelling and provision new access road improvement works, including landscaping, ecological enhancement and services
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Blaenau Gwent | Date: 2024-11-17
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A brief summary of Cefn Golau in Blaenau Gwent
Cefn Golau, located on a narrow mountain ridge in Blaenau Gwent, South East Wales, lies between the towns of Rhymney and Tredegar. The name "Cefn Golau," translating to "hill of light," reflects the area's scenic elevation and provides a unique context for planning applications, particularly those related to heritage and conservation in this picturesque region.
Property prices in Cefn Golau show an average sale price of £146,408, 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 Cefn Golau a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cefn Golau 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 Cefn Golau
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Cefn Golau. Of these, 100% were approved.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Cefn Golau may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The most common application types near Cefn Golau were full planning 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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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.