How long do planning decisions take near Llanfechain?

The average planning decision time near Llanfechain is 63 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 Llanfechain?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Llanfechain?

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

How can I track planning applications near Llanfechain?

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Llanfechain, Powys Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Llanfechain, Powys.

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About Llanfechain

Llanfechain is a quaint village and community located in Powys, Wales, situated along the B4393 road connecting Llanfyllin and Llansantffraid-ym-Mechain. Historically part of Montgomeryshire, the village is traversed by the River Cain and has a population of approximately 476 as of 2019, up from 465 in the 2011 Census. This charming locale offers potential opportunities for planning applications in a picturesque rural setting.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £299,700 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Powys
Parliamentary constituency: Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr
LSOA: Powys 002B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Llanfechain.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Llanfechain based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Llanfechain.

- 3 Maes Mechain Llanfechain Powys SY22 6UH
Proposed extension and changes to access
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-06-25
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A brief summary of Llanfechain in Powys

Property prices in Llanfechain show an average sale price of £299,700, 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 Llanfechain a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Llanfechain

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Llanfechain. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

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

At 63 days on average, decisions near Llanfechain slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Llanfechain were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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