How long do planning decisions take near Crofty?

The average planning decision time near Crofty is 21 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 Crofty?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Crofty?

The most common type of planning application near Crofty is other, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Crofty?

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Crofty, Swansea Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Crofty, Swansea.

Swansea · Wales · settlement

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About Crofty

Crofty is a village located on the Gower Peninsula within the City and County of Swansea, Wales. Known for its stunning landscapes, the majority of the peninsula is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it an attractive location for planning applications related to conservation and development.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £222,300 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Swansea
Parliamentary constituency: Gower
LSOA: Swansea 018B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Crofty.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Crofty based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Crofty.

- 129 Pencaerfenni Park Crofty Swansea SA4 3SQ
Single storey side extension and conversion of existing garage into habitable space
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swansea | Date: 2026-04-28
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- Llys Y Grug New Road Llanmorlais Swansea SA4 3RY
(Pre-application) Front, rear and side roof extensions, rear balcony and single storey side/rear extension incorporating a garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Swansea | Date: 2025-07-25
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- Unit 17b Crofty Industrial Estate Crofty Swansea SA4 3RS
Use of land for Class B8 - storage and distribution use with associated storage buildings and storage containers (application for a Certificate of Existing Lawfulness)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Swansea | Date: 2023-11-13
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A brief summary of Crofty in Swansea

Property prices in Crofty show an average sale price of £222,300, 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 Crofty a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Crofty

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Crofty. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 21 days.

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

The average decision time of 21 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Crofty were other applications (2), full planning applications (1).

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