How long do planning decisions take near Cwmafan?

The average planning decision time near Cwmafan is 56 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 Cwmafan?

The planning approval rate near Cwmafan is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cwmafan?

The most common type of planning application near Cwmafan is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cwmafan?

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Cwmafan, Neath Port Talbot Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cwmafan, Neath Port Talbot.

Neath Port Talbot · Wales · settlement

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About Cwmafan

Cwmafan, also known as Cwmavon, is a prominent village in the Afan Valley, located within Neath Port Talbot County Borough, Wales. With a population of 5,615 as of the 2011 Census, it serves as a suburban extension of nearby Port Talbot, situated less than 2 miles to the south. Renowned for its high percentage of Welsh speakers, Cwmafan's name translates to "River Valley," reflecting its geographical connection to the Afan River that flows through the area, making it a significant consideration for planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £163,542 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cwmafan.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cwmafan based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Cwmafan.

- 18 Heol Mabon Cwmavon Neath Port Talbot SA12 9PD
Proposed single storey rear extension and single storey front porch extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Neath | Date: 2026-02-09
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- Land Adjacent To 27 Heol Tabor Cwmavon Neath Port Talbot SA12 9PS
Four-bedroom detached dwelling with parking and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Neath | Date: 2026-01-26
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- Land At Heol Crwys Cwmavon Neath Port Talbot SA12 9NT
Non-material amendment application for the removal of condition 19 (ground gas protection verification report) and amendment to the wording of condition 16 (verification report) due to a typo of plann
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Neath | Date: 2026-01-23
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- 1 Tai Canol Cwmavon Neath Port Talbot SA12 9PN
Part two storey and part single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Neath | Date: 2025-02-03
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- Teg-Dwyn 45 Depot Road Cwmavon Neath Port Talbot SA12 9BA
Change the use of land to incorporate into the residential curtilage of No. 45 Depot Road and the construction of a timber and steel garage for the parking of 1 No. vehicle and storage of gardening eq
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Neath | Date: 2024-09-07
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- Y Fron Jersey Terrace Depot Road To London Road Link Cwmavon Port Talbot Neath Port Talbot SA12 9AU
Remodelling of an existing bungalow to include a new roof with dormer extensions and a new first floor level, a two storey side extension with integral garage, single storey outbuilding and regularisa
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Neath | Date: 2024-03-08
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A brief summary of Cwmafan in Neath Port Talbot

Property prices in Cwmafan show an average sale price of £163,542, 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 Cwmafan a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Cwmafan

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Cwmafan. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Cwmafan.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Cwmafan were full planning applications (5), amendments (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 63% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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