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20 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Ely · updated daily · Cardiff Council

Planning in Ely

Approved
93%
14 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ely in the last 24 months, from Cardiff Council's planning register.

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Around Ely

Postcode districts

CF5 201 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cardiff Council

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About Ely

Ely is a district and community located in Cardiff, Wales, bordered to the north by Cowbridge Road West, Caerau to the south, and the River Ely to the east and partially to the north. This area offers a mix of residential and community facilities, making it relevant for those researching planning applications in Cardiff. The settlement has a population of approximately 15,168 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cardiff district.

Ely covers an area of approximately 291.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Ely show an average sale price of £342,752, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ely 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 (May 2026). This makes Ely 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, Ely 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Ely, 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, 42 planning applications were submitted near Ely. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (8), outline applications (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ely?
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Ely. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ely?
The average planning decision time near Ely is 50 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 Ely?
The planning approval rate near Ely is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ely?
The most common type of planning application near Ely is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ely?
You can search and track planning applications near Ely on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.