How long do planning decisions take near Ferryside?

The average planning decision time near Ferryside is 55 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 Ferryside?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ferryside?

The most common type of planning application near Ferryside is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ferryside?

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Ferryside, Carmarthenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ferryside, Carmarthenshire.

Carmarthenshire · Wales · settlement

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

About Ferryside

Ferryside is a picturesque village located in the community of St Ishmael, Carmarthenshire, Wales, approximately 8.5 miles south of Carmarthen, near the mouth of the River Tywi. Originally a ferry crossing and fishing village, Ferryside has evolved into a popular holiday and retirement destination, boasting a lifeboat station and notable for being the first village in the UK to transition from analogue to digital television. With a population of 846 according to the 2011 census, the village offers a unique blend of coastal charm and community spirit, making it an attractive area for planning applications related to residential and tourism development.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £235,445 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Carmarthenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Llanelli
LSOA: Carmarthenshire 012C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ferryside.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ferryside based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Ferryside in Carmarthenshire

Property prices in Ferryside show an average sale price of £235,445, 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 Ferryside a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ferryside 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.

Planning Activity in Ferryside

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Ferryside. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

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

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ferryside were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% 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 was submitted.

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