How long do planning decisions take near Golftyn?

The average planning decision time near Golftyn is 62 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 Golftyn?

The planning approval rate near Golftyn is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Golftyn?

The most common type of planning application near Golftyn is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Golftyn?

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Golftyn, Flintshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Golftyn, Flintshire.

Flintshire · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Golftyn are administered by Flintshire County Council. View the full Flintshire County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Golftyn

Connah's Quay, often referred to as "The Quay," is the largest town in Flintshire, situated alongside the River Dee and near the English border. With a population of 16,771, it forms part of the Deeside conurbation, seamlessly connecting to neighbouring towns such as Shotton, Flint, and Buckley. This vibrant community presents a range of planning opportunities for those interested in development in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Flintshire
Parliamentary constituency: Alyn and Deeside
LSOA: Flintshire 011A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Golftyn.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Golftyn based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Golftyn.

- 47, Dee View Road, Connahs Quay, Deeside, CH5 4AY
Application for approval of details reserved by condition numbers 5 & 6 of Planning Permission FUL/000580/25
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Flintshire | Date: 2026-03-10
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- 40, Kelsterton Road, Connahs Quay, Deeside, CH5 4BJ
Garage, utility and kitchen diner to side and rear of property
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Flintshire | Date: 2025-01-20
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A brief summary of Golftyn in Flintshire

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Golftyn includes 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): The Dee Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: The Dee Estuary. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Golftyn

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Golftyn. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Golftyn.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Golftyn slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Golftyn were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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