How long do planning decisions take near Ffynnon-ddrain?

The average planning decision time near Ffynnon-ddrain is 56 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 Ffynnon-ddrain?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ffynnon-ddrain?

The most common type of planning application near Ffynnon-ddrain is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ffynnon-ddrain?

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Ffynnon-ddrain, Carmarthenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ffynnon-ddrain, Carmarthenshire.

Carmarthenshire · Wales · settlement

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

About Ffynnon-ddrain

Ffynnon-ddrain is a settlement located in Carmarthenshire, Wales, situated just one mile north-west of Carmarthen. It lies 24 miles north-west of Swansea, 56 miles north-west of Cardiff, and 182 miles west of London, making it a strategically positioned area for planning applications related to both local development and regional connectivity.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £244,030 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Carmarthenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Caerfyrddin
LSOA: Carmarthenshire 008B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ffynnon-ddrain.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ffynnon-ddrain.

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 Ffynnon-ddrain based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Ffynnon-ddrain in Carmarthenshire

Property prices in Ffynnon-ddrain show an average sale price of £244,030, 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 Ffynnon-ddrain a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Ffynnon-ddrain

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Ffynnon-ddrain. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

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

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ffynnon-ddrain were full planning applications (5), tree works (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 2 medium-scale applications, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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