How long do planning decisions take near Cwmfelinfach?

The average planning decision time near Cwmfelinfach is 78 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 Cwmfelinfach?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Cwmfelinfach?

The most common type of planning application near Cwmfelinfach is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cwmfelinfach?

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Cwmfelinfach, Caerphilly Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cwmfelinfach, Caerphilly.

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Planning applications in Cwmfelinfach are administered by Caerphilly County Borough Council. View the full Caerphilly County Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Cwmfelinfach

Cwmfelinfach is a quaint village situated in the Sirhowy Valley of south-east Wales, within the Caerphilly district and the historical boundaries of Monmouthshire. Located approximately 5 miles north of Risca and south of Blackwood, the village is flanked by the hills of Pen-y-Trwyn to the east and Mynydd y Grug to the west, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: Caerphilly
Parliamentary constituency: Newport West and Islwyn
LSOA: Caerphilly 006D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cwmfelinfach.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cwmfelinfach based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Cwmfelinfach.

- 2 Mill Street Cwmfelinfach Newport NP11 7HH
Install new heat pump to the rear of the property
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2026-03-18
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- 26 Maindee Road Cwmfelinfach Newport NP11 7HR
Change the use from residential dwelling to a HMO C4 (maximum 3 persons)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2026-03-09
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- 39 Melin Street Cwmfelinfach Newport NP11 7GZ
Obtain a Lawful Development Certificate for proposed construction of a single storey detached building
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2026-01-16
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- 2 Mill Street Cwmfelinfach Newport NP11 7HH
Install new heat pump to the rear of the property
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2025-08-29
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- 30 Melin Street Cwmfelinfach Newport NP11 7GZ
Obtain a Lawful Development certificate for the proposed use of existing C3 dwellinghouse as a children's home
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2025-06-30
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- 30 Melin Street Cwmfelinfach Newport NP11 7GZ
Obtain a Lawful Development certificate for the proposed use of existing C3 dwellinghouse as an adult care home
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2025-06-30
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- 52 Maindee Road Cwmfelinfach Newport NP11 7HR
Fit Aluminium roller shutters to front of pharmacy
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2025-04-23
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- Ynys Hywel Countryside Centre Pont Lawrence Rees Lane Cwmfelinfach Newport NP11 7JD
Change the use of primary D2 accommodation into a C2 Residential Care Home for Children, with existing Outdoor Activity Centre (D2 Use) retained to comprise 3 No. outbuildings, with a mixed use privat
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2023-12-01
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A brief summary of Cwmfelinfach in Caerphilly

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cwmfelinfach a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Cwmfelinfach

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Cwmfelinfach. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

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

The average decision period of 78 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Cwmfelinfach were full planning applications (3), outline applications (3), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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