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Planning in Mayals

Approved
81%
22 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Mayals in the last 24 months, from City and County of Swansea Council's planning register.

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About Mayals

Mayals is a suburb and electoral ward in Swansea, Wales, located approximately 6 kilometers west of the city centre. Part of the Mumbles district, it had a population of 2,600 in 2022, slightly down from 2,676 in 2011. The area borders Sketty, Killay, Fairwood, Bishopston, and West Cross, and is predominantly situated within the Gower Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the first AONB established in the UK in 1956, making it a prime location for planning applications focused on conservation and development.

Property prices in Mayals show an average sale price of £182,935, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Mayals 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 Mayals 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, Mayals 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 Mayals, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near Mayals. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were tree works (17), full planning applications (13), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Mayals?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Mayals. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Mayals?
The average planning decision time near Mayals is 63 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 Mayals?
The planning approval rate near Mayals is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Mayals?
The most common type of planning application near Mayals is tree works applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Mayals?
You can search and track planning applications near Mayals on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.