How long do planning decisions take near Gabalfa?

The average planning decision time near Gabalfa is 42 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 Gabalfa?

The planning approval rate near Gabalfa is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Gabalfa?

The most common type of planning application near Gabalfa is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gabalfa?

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Gabalfa, Cardiff Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gabalfa, Cardiff.

Cardiff · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Gabalfa are administered by Cardiff Council. View the full Cardiff Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Gabalfa

Gabalfa is a vibrant district in the north of Cardiff, the capital of Wales. It is notable for the Gabalfa Interchange, a key junction where the A48, A470, and A469 roads converge, facilitating access to northern Wales and beyond. This strategic location makes Gabalfa an important area for planning applications, particularly in transportation and infrastructure development.

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Area Information

Admin district: Cardiff
Parliamentary constituency: Cardiff North
LSOA: Cardiff 012C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gabalfa.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gabalfa based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Gabalfa.

- Gabalfa Lodge Llys Tal-y-bont Road Gabalfa Cardiff CF14 3AW
T.1 Sycamore crown reduction up to 1-2m, removal of deadwood over 25mm, removal of damaged/suspended branches.T.2 English Yew 1-1.5m reduction over garden.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2024-01-19
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A brief summary of Gabalfa in Cardiff

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Gabalfa a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Gabalfa

In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Gabalfa. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

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

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Gabalfa were full planning applications (12), tree works (10), discharge of conditions (6). Full planning applications account for 32% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

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