How long do planning decisions take near Maesteg?

The average planning decision time near Maesteg is 66 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 Maesteg?

The planning approval rate near Maesteg is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Maesteg?

The most common type of planning application near Maesteg is discharge of conditions, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Maesteg?

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Maesteg, Bridgend Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Maesteg, Bridgend.

Bridgend · Wales · Town

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About Maesteg

Maesteg is a town and community located in Bridgend County Borough, Wales, positioned at the northern end of the Llynfi Valley near the Neath Port Talbot border. With a population of 20,612 as of 2011, Maesteg, which translates to 'fair field' in English, offers a rich history and a vibrant community, making it a significant area for planning applications and local developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £155,631 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bridgend
Parliamentary constituency: Aberafan Maesteg
LSOA: Bridgend 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Maesteg.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Maesteg based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Maesteg.

- Maesteg Campus Castle Street Maesteg CF34 9UN
Approval of details for condition 5 (drainage) of P/24/677/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2026-03-25
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- Former Bridgend College, Maesteg Campus, Castle Street, Maesteg, CF34 9UN
Prior notification to demolish the former college building, but retain the facade
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2026-02-26
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- 38-40 Commercial Street Maesteg CF34 9DH
Conversion of office building to mixed use comprising 2no. commercial units on the ground floor and 10no. residential units on the upper floors and basement area (amendment to planning permission P/19
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2026-01-16
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- Maesteg Cricket Club, Queen Street, Maesteg, CF34 9YN
Removable cricket ball 'stop fencing' mounted on poles
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2026-01-05
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- Argyle Villa, 8 Castle Street, Maesteg, CF34 9YH
Conversion of the detached dwellinghouse and attached garage to form 3no. self-contained residential flats, comprising 2no. 2-bedroom flats within the main building and 1no. 1-bedroom flat within the
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2026-01-05
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- Canaan Chapel, St Michaels Road, Maesteg CF34 9PA
Retention of the conversion of a former chapel to dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2025-12-02
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- 38-40 Commercial Street, Maesteg, CF34 9DH
Approval of details for condition 2 (tactile crossing) of P/19/753/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2025-10-24
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- 38-40 Commercial Street Maesteg CF34 9DH
Non material amendment to P/19/753/FUL to amend Condition 1 (Approved Plans), to revert back to original approved plans which related to 2no. commercial retail units on ground floor and 9no. residenti
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2025-09-19
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A brief summary of Maesteg in Bridgend

Property prices in Maesteg show an average sale price of £155,631, 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 Maesteg a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Maesteg

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Maesteg. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 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 Maesteg.

At 66 days on average, decisions near Maesteg slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Maesteg were discharge of conditions (8), full planning applications (7), outline applications (3).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 19 smaller schemes were submitted.

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