Middleton, Swansea Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Middleton, Swansea.
Swansea · Wales · settlement
Planning applications in Middleton are administered by City And County Of Swansea Council. View the full City And County Of Swansea Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Middleton
Middleton, located in the City and County of Swansea, is part of the stunning Gower Peninsula, which boasts over twenty villages and communities. This picturesque area is predominantly designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it a significant consideration for planning applications due to its environmental significance and scenic landscapes.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £182,935 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Swansea
- Parliamentary constituency: Gower
- LSOA: Swansea 031E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Middleton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Middleton.
- 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 Middleton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Middleton.
- - Orchard Cottage Rhossili Swansea SA3 1PJ
Change of Use of holiday let to a residential dwelling (Class C3)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swansea | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - Cartref Middleton Rhosilli Swansea SA3 1PJ
Single storey side extension, including reformation of existing access steps for inclined wheelchair platform lift
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swansea | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - Mewslade View Rhossili Swansea SA3 1PJ
Use of land for the siting of a maximum of 5 touring caravans from Good Friday or 1st April (whichever is the earlier) to 31st October during 2026/2027 seasons
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Swansea | Date: 2025-12-12
View full details - - Rose Cottage Rhossili Swansea SA3 1PJ
Replace existing shed and elevated decking with a single storey outbuilding
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Swansea | Date: 2023-12-21
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A brief summary of Middleton in Swansea
Middleton, located in the City and County of Swansea, is part of the stunning Gower Peninsula, which boasts over twenty villages and communities. This picturesque area is predominantly designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it a significant consideration for planning applications due to its environmental significance and scenic landscapes.
Property prices in Middleton show an average sale price of £182,935, 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 Middleton a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Middleton 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 Middleton
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Middleton. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Middleton maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Middleton were full planning applications (7), other applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 64% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.