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Planning in Garndiffaith

Approved
86%
32 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 15 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Garndiffaith in the last 24 months, from Torfaen County Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Garndiffaith

Postcode districts

NP4 186 applications in the last 12 monthsNP7 262 applications in the last 12 monthsNP12 119 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Torfaen County Borough Council

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About Garndiffaith

Garndiffaith, a quaint village in Torfaen, South East Wales, lies between Talywain and Varteg, approximately three miles north of Pontypool and 3.5 miles south of Blaenavon. Now part of the Abersychan suburb of Pontypool, Garndiffaith is surrounded by several communities, including Cwmavon, Pentwyn, and Victoria Village, making it a notable area for those exploring planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Garndiffaith show an average sale price of £243,492, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Garndiffaith 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 Garndiffaith 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, Garndiffaith 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 Garndiffaith, 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, 44 planning applications were submitted near Garndiffaith. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 108 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), discharge of conditions (9), outline applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Garndiffaith?
In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Garndiffaith. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Garndiffaith?
The average planning decision time near Garndiffaith is 108 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 Garndiffaith?
The planning approval rate near Garndiffaith is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Garndiffaith?
The most common type of planning application near Garndiffaith is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Garndiffaith?
You can search and track planning applications near Garndiffaith on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.