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Planning in Gorseinon

Approved
89%
47 of 52 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Gorseinon in the last 24 months, from City and County of Swansea Council's planning register.

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About Gorseinon

Gorseinon is a town located within the City and County of Swansea, Wales, approximately 6 miles northwest of Swansea City Centre, near the Loughor estuary. Originally a small village, Gorseinon expanded significantly in the late 19th century due to the coal mining and tinplate industries. It is now a local government community with an elected town council, making it an important area for planning applications and local governance.

Property prices in Gorseinon show an average sale price of £182,935, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Gorseinon 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 Gorseinon 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, Gorseinon 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 Gorseinon, 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, 77 planning applications were submitted near Gorseinon. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (41), discharge of conditions (8), other applications (8).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Gorseinon?
In the last 24 months, 77 planning applications were submitted near Gorseinon. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Gorseinon?
The average planning decision time near Gorseinon is 63 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 Gorseinon?
The planning approval rate near Gorseinon is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Gorseinon?
The most common type of planning application near Gorseinon is full planning applications, with 41 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Gorseinon?
You can search and track planning applications near Gorseinon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.