How long do planning decisions take near Hollybush?

The average planning decision time near Hollybush is 34 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 Hollybush?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hollybush?

The most common type of planning application near Hollybush is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hollybush?

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Hollybush, Torfaen Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hollybush, Torfaen.

Torfaen · Wales · settlement

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About Hollybush

Hollybush is a residential area located in Malpas, within the city of Newport, South Wales. This community offers a blend of suburban living while providing easy access to local amenities and transport links, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and development opportunities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £213,139 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Torfaen
Parliamentary constituency: Torfaen
LSOA: Torfaen 012B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hollybush.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hollybush based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Hollybush.

- 14 Trostrey Hollybush Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 7JD
Form a taxi office from home using the land line
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Torfaen | Date: 2026-02-04
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A brief summary of Hollybush in Torfaen

Property prices in Hollybush show an average sale price of £213,139, 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 Hollybush a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Hollybush

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Hollybush. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

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

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hollybush were full planning applications (6), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 86% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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