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15 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Margam · updated daily · Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council

Only 3 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 15 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Planning in Margam

Approved
92%
12 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Margam in the last 24 months, from Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Neath Port Talbot County Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Margam

Postcode districts

SA13 85 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council

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About Margam

Margam is a suburban community within Port Talbot, located in Neath Port Talbot, Wales, near junction 39 of the M4 motorway. As of the 2011 census, it had a population of 3,017, with its built-up area extending into the neighbouring Taibach community, making it an important consideration for local planning applications.

Property prices in Margam show an average sale price of £208,005, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Margam area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Margam a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Margam 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Margam, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Margam. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Margam?
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Margam. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Margam?
The average planning decision time near Margam is 39 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 Margam?
The planning approval rate near Margam is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Margam?
The most common type of planning application near Margam is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Margam?
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