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Planning in Colcot

Approved
84%
16 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Colcot in the last 24 months, from Vale of Glamorgan Council's planning register.

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Around Colcot

Postcode districts

CF62 96 applications in the last 12 monthsCF63 16 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Vale of Glamorgan Council

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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.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Colcot area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Colcot a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Colcot, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Colcot. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), outline applications (1), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Colcot?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Colcot. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Colcot?
The average planning decision time near Colcot is 63 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 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 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 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Colcot?
You can search and track planning applications near Colcot on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.