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Planning in Croespenmaen

Approved
100%
19 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Croespenmaen in the last 24 months, from Caerphilly County Borough Council's planning register.

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About Croespenmaen

Croespenmaen is a locality situated near Crumlin in Caerphilly, Wales, notable for its industrial activity. The Croespenmaen Industrial Estate hosts Unilever's Pot Noodle factory, which produces an impressive 155 million pots each year and gained fame from a 2006 advertising campaign. Additionally, the area is home to Brace's Bakery, contributing to the local economy and employment opportunities.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Croespenmaen 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 Croespenmaen 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, Croespenmaen 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 Croespenmaen, 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, 43 planning applications were submitted near Croespenmaen. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (13), full planning applications (10), amendments (6). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Croespenmaen?
In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Croespenmaen. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Croespenmaen?
The average planning decision time near Croespenmaen is 44 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 Croespenmaen?
The planning approval rate near Croespenmaen is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Croespenmaen?
The most common type of planning application near Croespenmaen is discharge of conditions, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Croespenmaen?
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