How long do planning decisions take near Efailwen?

The average planning decision time near Efailwen is 60 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 Efailwen?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Efailwen?

The most common type of planning application near Efailwen is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Efailwen?

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Efailwen, Carmarthenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Efailwen, Carmarthenshire.

Carmarthenshire · Wales · settlement

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About Efailwen

Cilymaenllwyd is a community located in the northwest of Carmarthenshire, Wales, with a population of 742 as recorded in the 2011 census. Situated approximately 25 miles west of Carmarthen, and 12 miles southeast of Fishguard, it is easily accessible via the A478 road, making it a relevant area for planning applications and developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £277,957 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Pembrokeshire
Parliamentary constituency: Ceredigion Preseli
LSOA: Pembrokeshire 004B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Efailwen.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Efailwen based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Efailwen.

- Delwydd, Efailwen, Clunderwen, SA66 7XE
Proposed use of a twin unit mobile shepherd hut for ancillary accommodation in the garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2026-02-09
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- Brodyfed, Efailwen, Clunderwen, SA66 7UY
Conversion of existing garage to music room and study/hobby room
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2026-01-27
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- Caffi Beca, Efailwen, Clunderwen, SA66 7UY
Proposed sculpture
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2026-01-14
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- Highcroft, Efailwen, Clunderwen, SA66 7UX
Garage conversion to a home gym
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2025-05-15
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A brief summary of Efailwen in Carmarthenshire

Property prices in Efailwen show an average sale price of £277,957, 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 Efailwen a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Efailwen

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Efailwen. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

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

At 60 days on average, decisions near Efailwen slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Efailwen were full planning applications (4), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 67% 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, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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