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Planning in Fairbourne

Only 2 decisions near Fairbourne in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Fairbourne

Postcode districts

LL38 1 applications in the last 12 monthsLL39 5 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Gwynedd Council

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About Fairbourne

Fairbourne is a seaside village situated in Gwynedd, Wales, along the picturesque coast of Barmouth Bay within the Arthog community, just south of the River Mawddach estuary. Nestled near Snowdonia National Park, the area faces significant planning considerations, as it has been identified by Gwynedd Council for managed retreat due to the impacts of rising sea levels.

Property prices in Fairbourne show an average sale price of £141,297, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Fairbourne 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 Fairbourne 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, Fairbourne 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 Fairbourne, 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, 3 planning applications were submitted near Fairbourne.

The most common types were full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fairbourne?
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Fairbourne.
What types of planning applications are most common near Fairbourne?
The most common type of planning application near Fairbourne is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Fairbourne?
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