How long do planning decisions take near Llangyfelach?

The average planning decision time near Llangyfelach is 107 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 Llangyfelach?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Llangyfelach?

The most common type of planning application near Llangyfelach is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Llangyfelach?

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Llangyfelach, Swansea Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Llangyfelach, Swansea.

Swansea · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Llangyfelach 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.

About Llangyfelach

Llangyfelach is a village and community in the City and County of Swansea, Wales, located approximately 4 miles north of Swansea city centre and adjacent to Morriston. With a population of 2,371 as of the 2021 census, it falls within the Llangyfelach ward and is bordered by open moorland to the west. The village's name combines the Welsh words 'llan' and 'Cyfelach,' reflecting its cultural heritage. Planning applications in this area may be influenced by its residential character and proximity to natural landscapes.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £182,935 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Swansea
Parliamentary constituency: Gower
LSOA: Swansea 017B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Llangyfelach.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Llangyfelach based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Llangyfelach.

- 25 Llys Penpant Llangyfelach Swansea SA6 6DA
Single storey side and rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swansea | Date: 2026-06-16
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- 2 Cae Eithin Llangyfelach Swansea SA6 6EZ
1. To crown lift, crown reduce and remove deadwood over 50mm in diameter, and lop/remove damaged branches from one Oak tree covered by TPO 460. 2. To crown lift and crown reduce one Oak tree covered b
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Swansea | Date: 2024-05-24
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- 8 Clos Waun Wen Llangyfelach Swansea SA6 6EF
Single storey rear extension (application for a Certificate of Proposed Lawful Development)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Swansea | Date: 2024-03-20
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A brief summary of Llangyfelach in Swansea

Property prices in Llangyfelach show an average sale price of £182,935, 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 Llangyfelach a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Llangyfelach

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Llangyfelach. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 107 days.

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

With an average of 107 days, decisions near Llangyfelach take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Llangyfelach were full planning applications (2), other applications (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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