Lawrence Hill, Newport Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lawrence Hill, Newport.
Newport · Wales · settlement
Planning applications in Lawrence Hill are administered by Newport City Council. View the full Newport City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Lawrence Hill
Lawrence Hill is a prominent Canadian author celebrated for his impactful storytelling, particularly in his acclaimed 2007 novel, *The Book of Negroes*, which explores the experiences of Black Loyalists in Nova Scotia post-American Revolutionary War. His memoir, *Black Berry, Sweet Juice: On Being Black and White in Canada*, further highlights his diverse literary contributions. In addition to being adapted into a TV mini-series, Hill's works have been translated into multiple languages and published worldwide, showcasing his influence in contemporary literature. For those researching planning applications in the Newport area, understanding the cultural significance of local literary figures like Hill can provide valuable context.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £209,417 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Newport
- Parliamentary constituency: Newport East
- LSOA: Newport 013E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Lawrence Hill.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lawrence Hill.
- 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 Lawrence Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
202 planning applications found near Lawrence Hill.
- - 2 Ringwood Avenue Newport NP19 9DW
PROPOSED NEW DOUBLE GARAGE WITH ASSOCIATED ENLARGED DRIVEWAY AND BIO DIVERSITY ENHANCEMENTS
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2026-05-01
View full details - - Summerlea House 612 Chepstow Road Newport South Wales NP19 9BZ
NON MATERIAL AMENDMENT APPLICATION TO VARY CONDITION 1 (APPROVED PLANS) OF 25/0459 ALTERATIONS AND EXTENSIONS TO THE MAIN DWELLING TO PROVIDE KITCHEN, BEDROOM AND STORAGE ROOM AT LOWER GROUND FLOOR LE
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Newport | Date: 2026-04-23
View full details - - 12 Farnaby Close Newport NP19 9PN
PROPOSED FIRST FLOOR SIDE EXTENSION AND RETENTION OF DRIVEWAY
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2026-02-27
View full details - - 60 Glanwern Avenue Newport South Wales NP19 9DH
NEW CAR PARKING AREA/DRIVE AND NEW VEHICLE AND PEDESTRIAN ACCESS
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2025-10-27
View full details - - 35 East Grove Road Newport NP19 9QH
TWO STOREY SIDE EXTENSION
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2025-10-01
View full details - - 633 Chepstow Road Newport NP19 9BN
PARTIAL DISCHARGE OF CONDITION 3 (VISIBILITY SPLAYS) OF 24/0727 NEW VEHICULAR ACCESS OFF CHEPSTOW ROAD AND ASSOCIATED OFF ROAD PARKING AREA TO FRONT OF PROPERTY (PART RETROSPECTIVE)
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Newport | Date: 2025-09-15
View full details - - 508 Chepstow Road Newport NP19 9DB
EXTENSION TO THE REAR AND SIDE OF THE PROPERTY AND INTERNAL WORKS, RAISED PATIO AREAS AND PRIVACY SCREEN
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2025-09-05
View full details - - Tesco Express Chepstow Road Newport NP19 9EZ
SITING OF AN IN POST PARCEL LOCKER (RETROSPECTIVE)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2025-07-31
View full details - - 633 Chepstow Road Newport NP19 9BN
DISCHARGE OF CONDITION 2 (BIO DIVERSITY ENHANCEMENT DETAILS) OF PLANNING PERMISSION 24/0727 NEW VEHICULAR ACCESS OFF CHEPSTOW ROAD AND ASSOCIATED OFF ROAD PARKING AREA TO FRONT OF PROPERTY (PART RETRO
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Newport | Date: 2025-07-23
View full details - - 5 Glanwern Rise Newport NP19 9BS
RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION FOR RETENTION OF GARDEN ROOM AND RAISED PLATFORM (RESUBMISSION)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2025-07-09
View full details - - Land And Buildings Encompassing 1 To 23 Morley Close Newport South Wales
EXTERNAL WALL INSULATION TO ALL ELEVATIONS, REPLACEMENT BALCONIES AND NEW/REPLACEMENT FENESTRATION, RELOCATION OF RAINWATER GOODS AND REMOVAL OF BIN STORE.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2025-06-06
View full details - - Summerlea House 612 Chepstow Road Newport South Wales NP19 9BZ
ALTERATIONS AND EXTENSIONS TO THE MAIN DWELLING TO PROVIDE KITCHEN, BEDROOM AND STORAGE ROOM AT LOWER GROUND FLOOR LEVEL, DINING ROOM, GAMES ROOM AND STORAGE ROOM AT UPPER GROUND FLOOR LEVEL, BEDROOM
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2025-06-05
View full details - - 19 Glanwern Grove Newport NP19 9BX
Planning Application
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2025-04-16
View full details - - 13 Glanwern Grove Newport NP19 9BX
RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A STEPPED ACCESS
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2025-04-16
View full details - - 60 Glanwern Avenue Newport South Wales NP19 9DH
REMOVAL OF EXISTING PORCH AND CONSTRUCTION OF NEW PORCH WITH LEAN TO ROOF
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2024-11-26
View full details - - 668 Chepstow Road Newport South Wales NP19 9EY
WORKS (PRUNING) TO 1NO. OAK TREE PROTECTED BY TPO 18/2011
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Newport | Date: 2024-11-25
View full details - - 5 Glanwern Rise Newport NP19 9BS
RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION FOR RETENTION OF GARDEN ROOM AND RAISED PLATFORM
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2024-11-15
View full details - - 46 Ringwood Hill Newport NP19 9EB
RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A DECKING AREA
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2024-09-06
View full details - - 633 Chepstow Road Newport NP19 9BN
NEW VEHICULAR ACCESS OFF CHEPSTOW ROAD AND ASSOCIATED OFF ROAD PARKING AREA TO FRONT OF PROPERTY (PART RETROSPECTIVE)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Newport | Date: 2024-09-03
View full details - - 32 Ringwood Avenue Newport South Wales NP19 9DW
PARTIAL DISCHARGE OF CONDITION 2 (LANDSCAPING) OF 23/0735 EXTERNAL PLATFORM LIFT
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Newport | Date: 2024-08-08
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A brief summary of Lawrence Hill in Newport
Lawrence Hill is a prominent Canadian author celebrated for his impactful storytelling, particularly in his acclaimed 2007 novel, *The Book of Negroes*, which explores the experiences of Black Loyalists in Nova Scotia post-American Revolutionary War. His memoir, *Black Berry, Sweet Juice: On Being Black and White in Canada*, further highlights his diverse literary contributions. In addition to being adapted into a TV mini-series, Hill's works have been translated into multiple languages and published worldwide, showcasing his influence in contemporary literature. For those researching planning applications in the Newport area, understanding the cultural significance of local literary figures like Hill can provide valuable context.
Property prices in Lawrence Hill show an average sale price of £209,417, 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 Lawrence Hill a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lawrence Hill 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 Lawrence Hill
In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Lawrence Hill. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 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 Lawrence Hill.
The average decision period of 72 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Lawrence Hill were full planning applications (31), discharge of conditions (8), outline applications (4). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
11 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 7 were dismissed (36% success rate).
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