How long do planning decisions take near Gwaun-Leision?

The average planning decision time near Gwaun-Leision is 52 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 Gwaun-Leision?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Gwaun-Leision?

The most common type of planning application near Gwaun-Leision is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gwaun-Leision?

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Gwaun-Leision, Neath Port Talbot Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gwaun-Leision, Neath Port Talbot.

Neath Port Talbot · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Gwaun-Leision are administered by Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council. View the full Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £219,489 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Carmarthenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Caerfyrddin
LSOA: Carmarthenshire 011C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gwaun-Leision.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Gwaun-Leision.

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 Gwaun-Leision based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Gwaun-Leision.

- 44 Leyshon Road Gwaun Cae Gurwen Neath Port Talbot SA18 1EN
Proposed two storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Neath | Date: 2026-03-18
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- 29 Leyshon Road Gwaun Cae Gurwen Neath Port Talbot SA18 1EL
Two storey rear extension incorporating first floor rear balcony together with 2 no. first floor side facing window openings to south elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Neath | Date: 2025-11-28
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- 49 Brynamman Road Lower Brynamman Neath Port Talbot SA18 1TR
Proposed single storey rear and side extension with associated steps and installation of balcony on the first floor rear elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Neath | Date: 2025-07-18
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A brief summary of Gwaun-Leision in Neath Port Talbot

Gwaun-Leision is a settlement located in Neath Port Talbot, Wales.

Property prices in Gwaun-Leision show an average sale price of £219,489, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Gwaun-Leision 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 Gwaun-Leision

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Gwaun-Leision. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

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

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Gwaun-Leision were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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