How long do planning decisions take near Llanyrafon?

The average planning decision time near Llanyrafon is 40 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 Llanyrafon?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Llanyrafon?

The most common type of planning application near Llanyrafon is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Llanyrafon?

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Llanyrafon, Torfaen Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Llanyrafon, Torfaen.

Torfaen · Wales · settlement

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About Llanyrafon

Llanyrafon is a suburb of Cwmbran located in the Torfaen county borough of south-east Wales. Nestled within the historic boundaries of Monmouthshire and the preserved county of Gwent, this community offers a blend of residential and local amenities, making it relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Torfaen
Parliamentary constituency: Torfaen
LSOA: Torfaen 008B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Llanyrafon.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Llanyrafon based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Llanyrafon.

- 195 Llantarnam Road Llantarnam Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 3BG
Non-illuminated hanging sign comprising a painted timber post, arm, and gallow bracket
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Torfaen | Date: 2026-05-01
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- 12 Paddock Rise Llanyravon Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 8JB
Non material amendment to application 25/P/0721/HH - Change brick finish to render to match render panels below windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Torfaen | Date: 2026-04-10
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- 41 Liswerry Drive Llanyravon Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 8RF
Creation of Hardstanding
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Torfaen | Date: 2026-04-07
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- Llanyravon Court Nursing Home Llanfrechfa Way Llanyravon Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 8HT
Demolition Of The Former Llanyravon Court Care Home and Construction of An Independent Living Scheme For Over 60s Comprising 31 Apartments with Residents Communal Areas, Access Arrangements, Parking a
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Torfaen | Date: 2026-02-27
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- 45 Liswerry Drive Llanyravon Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 8RF
Creation of hardstanding at front garden with small retaining wall and dropped kerb
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Torfaen | Date: 2026-02-25
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- 9 Friars Garden Llanyravon Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 8JF
Extensions to existing dormer roof structure
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Torfaen | Date: 2026-01-16
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- 52 Beaumaris Drive Llanyravon Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 8HY
Proposed Porch
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Torfaen | Date: 2024-04-01
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- 88 Beaumaris Drive Llanyravon Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 8HZ
Retrospective application for front single storey extension and associated works.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Torfaen | Date: 2023-12-25
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A brief summary of Llanyrafon in Torfaen

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Llanyrafon a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Llanyrafon

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Llanyrafon. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

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

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Llanyrafon were full planning applications (8), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.

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