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33 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Mumbles Hill · updated daily · City and County of Swansea Council

Planning in Mumbles Hill

Approved
83%
19 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Mumbles Hill

Postcode districts

SA3 427 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: City and County of Swansea Council

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About Mumbles Hill

Mumbles Hill, located at the southeastern tip of the Gower Peninsula in Wales, is distinguished by its four large storage tanks embedded in limestone, a key feature of the 1930s Swansea Main Drainage Scheme that addressed sewage pollution in Swansea Bay. Additionally, portions of the hill have been designated as a Local Nature Reserve since 1991, highlighting its ecological significance and potential for planning applications related to conservation and development in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Mumbles Hill 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 Mumbles Hill 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, Mumbles Hill 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Mumbles Hill, 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, 52 planning applications were submitted near Mumbles Hill. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), discharge of conditions (5), amendments (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Mumbles Hill?
In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Mumbles Hill. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Mumbles Hill?
The average planning decision time near Mumbles Hill is 53 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 Mumbles Hill?
The planning approval rate near Mumbles Hill is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Mumbles Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Mumbles Hill is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Mumbles Hill?
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