How long do planning decisions take near Gileston?

The average planning decision time near Gileston is 43 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 Gileston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Gileston?

The most common type of planning application near Gileston is listed building consent applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gileston?

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Gileston, The Vale of Glamorgan Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gileston, The Vale of Glamorgan.

The Vale of Glamorgan · Wales · settlement

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About Gileston

Gileston is a quaint village located near West Aberthaw in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales. Its coastal setting offers a unique charm, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to residential development and community enhancements.

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Area Information

Admin district: Vale of Glamorgan
Parliamentary constituency: Vale of Glamorgan
LSOA: Vale of Glamorgan 015A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gileston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gileston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Gileston.

- St Athan Primary School, Rock Road, St Athan
Reconstruction of existing fire damaged classroom block (demolished May 2025) with larger footprint to incorporate additional area for community use.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Glamorgan | Date: 2025-10-06
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- Gileston Manor, Gileston Road, Gileston
Proposed Regularisation of the Internal Alterations at Gileston Manor
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Glamorgan | Date: 2025-04-17
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- Yummies Kebab, Old Post Office, St. Athan
Variation of Conditions 4 and 5 of planning consent 2022/00099/FUL to allow the unit to operate until 22:30 daily, with a delivery-only restriction to operate 15:00 - 22:00 Mon – Thurs and Sunday.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Glamorgan | Date: 2023-05-26
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- 39, Glyndwr Avenue, St. Athan
Proposed single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Glamorgan | Date: 2023-04-26
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A brief summary of Gileston in The Vale of Glamorgan

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

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

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Gileston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

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

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Gileston were listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1), other applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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