How long do planning decisions take near Kenfig?

The average planning decision time near Kenfig is 163 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 Kenfig?

The planning approval rate near Kenfig is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kenfig?

The most common type of planning application near Kenfig is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kenfig?

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Kenfig, Bridgend Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kenfig, Bridgend.

Bridgend · Wales · settlement

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About Kenfig

Kenfig is a village in Bridgend, Wales, located 1 mile inland on the north bank of the Bristol Channel, and just south-west of the M4 motorway. It lies approximately 6 miles east of Bridgend, 24 miles from Cardiff, 7 miles west of Port Talbot, and 18 miles from Swansea. This strategic location makes Kenfig a noteworthy area for planning applications, given its accessibility to major transport links and nearby urban centres.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £247,116 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bridgend
Parliamentary constituency: Aberafan Maesteg
LSOA: Bridgend 010C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kenfig.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kenfig based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Kenfig.

- Land south of Kenfig Pool Holiday Caravan Park Ton Kenfig Nr Porthcawl CF33 4PT
New agricultural barn for farm machinery and hay/straw and ancillary use with no livestock use and including new track from field gate
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2025-11-28
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A brief summary of Kenfig in Bridgend

Property prices in Kenfig show an average sale price of £247,116, 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 Kenfig a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Kenfig

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Kenfig. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 163 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Kenfig.

With an average of 163 days, decisions near Kenfig take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Kenfig were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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