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Planning in Gilwern

Approved
84%
26 of 27 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Gilwern

Gilwern is a village located in Monmouthshire, Wales, within the picturesque Brecon Beacons National Park. Nestled along the River Clydach, it lies on the southern side of the Usk valley and historically thrived as an industrial centre due to its proximity to the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal. This rich history and strategic location may influence planning applications in the area, particularly those related to development and conservation.

Property prices in Gilwern show an average sale price of £378,280, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Gilwern 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, Gilwern 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 Gilwern, 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, 42 planning applications were submitted near Gilwern. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), discharge of conditions (6), listed building and heritage (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Gilwern?
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Gilwern. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Gilwern?
The average planning decision time near Gilwern is 70 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 Gilwern?
The planning approval rate near Gilwern is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Gilwern?
The most common type of planning application near Gilwern is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Gilwern?
You can search and track planning applications near Gilwern on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.