How long do planning decisions take near Hillend?

The average planning decision time near Hillend is 56 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 Hillend?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hillend?

The most common type of planning application near Hillend is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hillend?

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Hillend, Swansea Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hillend, Swansea.

Swansea · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Hillend are administered by City And County Of Swansea Council. View the full City And County Of Swansea Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Swansea
Parliamentary constituency: Gower
LSOA: Swansea 030A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hillend.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hillend based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Hillend.

- Little Hill End Llangennith Swansea SA3 1JD
Two storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Swansea | Date: 2022-02-14
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- Little Hill End Llangennith Swansea SA3 1JD
(Pre-application) Two storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Swansea | Date: 2021-12-23
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- Little Hill End Llangennith Swansea SA3 1JD
Two storey side extension
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Swansea | Date: 2021-10-11
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- Little Hillend, Llangennith, Swansea, SA3 1JD
Use of converted barn as a separate dwelling house
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Swansea | Date: 2006-06-20
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- Hillend Cottage - Llangennith Swansea SA3 1JD
Detached art gallery, gift shop and new access
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Swansea | Date: 2006-03-30
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- Dower House - Llangennith Swansea SA3 1JD
Side conservatory, two storey side extension, single storey rear extension with terrace area above and lower ground floor extension to rear elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Swansea | Date: 2005-08-26
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A brief summary of Hillend in Swansea

Hillend is a settlement located in Swansea, Wales.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Hillend includes 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Bristol Channel Approaches / Dynesfeydd Mor Hafren. 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 Hillend

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Hillend. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

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

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hillend were outline applications (1), amendments (1).

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