How long do planning decisions take near Cilfrew?

The average planning decision time near Cilfrew is 30 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 Cilfrew?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Cilfrew?

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

How can I track planning applications near Cilfrew?

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Cilfrew, Neath Port Talbot Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cilfrew, Neath Port Talbot.

Neath Port Talbot · Wales · settlement

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £170,269 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Neath Port Talbot
Parliamentary constituency: Neath and Swansea East
LSOA: Neath Port Talbot 010E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cilfrew.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cilfrew based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Cilfrew.

- 25 Maes Y Deri Cilfrew Neath Port Talbot SA10 8LT
Demolish existing rear extension for the construction of a proposed single storey rear and side extension associated with the installation an access ramp and railings and fenestration alterations to t
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Neath | Date: 2025-12-03
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- 109 March Hywel Cilfrew Neath Port Talbot SA10 8ND
Felling of 32 mature conifer trees located to the rear of 107 and 109 March Hywel protected by Tree Preservation Order T266/W1.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Neath | Date: 2025-11-14
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A brief summary of Cilfrew in Neath Port Talbot

Cilfrew is a settlement located in Neath Port Talbot, Wales.

Property prices in Cilfrew show an average sale price of £170,269, 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 Cilfrew a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Cilfrew. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 30 days.

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

The average decision time of 30 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Cilfrew were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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