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Planning in Hendy

Approved
92%
22 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Hendy

Hendy is a village located in the Llanedi community of Carmarthenshire, Wales, positioned near the border with Swansea. It sits along the Afon Gwili, just across the River Loughor from Pontarddulais, and, alongside Fforest to the north, contributes to a continuous urban area centred on Pontarddulais. The village is conveniently located between the M4 Motorway junction 48 and the A48 road, making it a strategic spot for planning applications in the region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hendy 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 Hendy 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, Hendy 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Hendy, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Hendy. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (5), amendments (5). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hendy?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Hendy. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hendy?
The average planning decision time near Hendy 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 Hendy?
The planning approval rate near Hendy is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hendy?
The most common type of planning application near Hendy is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hendy?
You can search and track planning applications near Hendy on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.