How long do planning decisions take near Lower Porthkerry?

The average planning decision time near Lower Porthkerry is 52 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 Lower Porthkerry?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Porthkerry?

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

How can I track planning applications near Lower Porthkerry?

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Lower Porthkerry, The Vale of Glamorgan Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Porthkerry, The Vale of Glamorgan.

The Vale of Glamorgan · Wales · settlement

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £237,870 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Vale of Glamorgan
Parliamentary constituency: Vale of Glamorgan
LSOA: Vale of Glamorgan 013A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lower Porthkerry.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lower Porthkerry based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Lower Porthkerry.

- 31 Maes Y Gwenyn, Rhoose
Rear dormer loft conversion, clad in dark grey to match the existing roof colour.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Glamorgan | Date: 2026-01-19
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- 50 Heol Y Sianel, Rhoose
Retrospective planning application for an orangery to the rear of the dwelling and a therapy shed in the garden.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Glamorgan | Date: 2025-11-28
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A brief summary of Lower Porthkerry in The Vale of Glamorgan

Lower Porthkerry is a settlement located in The Vale of Glamorgan, Wales.

Property prices in Lower Porthkerry show an average sale price of £237,870, 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 Lower Porthkerry a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lower Porthkerry 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 Lower Porthkerry

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Lower Porthkerry. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

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

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lower Porthkerry were amendments (2), full planning applications (1).

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