How long do planning decisions take near Colcot?

The average planning decision time near Colcot is 105 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 Colcot?

The planning approval rate near Colcot is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Colcot?

The most common type of planning application near Colcot is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Colcot?

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Colcot, The Vale of Glamorgan Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Colcot, The Vale of Glamorgan.

The Vale of Glamorgan · Wales · settlement

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About Colcot

Colcot, a northern district of Barry in the Vale of Glamorgan, is located within the Dyfan ward of South Wales. This area features key amenities like a sports centre, Buttrills recreation field, and Colcot Primary School, along with local establishments such as the Colcot Arms pub and Barry Arts Centre. With Port Road West serving as the main thoroughfare to Cardiff and Cardiff International Airport, Colcot offers a blend of residential and recreational facilities, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £237,870 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Vale of Glamorgan
Parliamentary constituency: Vale of Glamorgan
LSOA: Vale of Glamorgan 007B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Colcot.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Colcot based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Colcot.

- 15, Borough Avenue, Barry
Placing a static home on the current hard standing as additional accommodation for family members/ visitors.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Glamorgan | Date: 2026-02-10
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- 129 Port Road East, Barry
Alteration to existing front facade to add bay window extension within the front garden of the property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Glamorgan | Date: 2025-12-02
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A brief summary of Colcot in The Vale of Glamorgan

Property prices in Colcot show an average sale price of £237,870, 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 Colcot a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Colcot. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 105 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Colcot maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

With an average of 105 days, decisions near Colcot take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Colcot were full planning applications (7), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 88% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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