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Planning in Newton

Approved
87%
202 of 227 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Newton

Newton is a village situated in the City and County of Swansea, Wales, just inland and elevated from the picturesque Swansea Bay and close to the Mumbles. As part of the Mumbles community, the Newton ward offers a unique blend of residential and natural landscapes, making it an area of interest for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,316. It sits within the Swansea district.

Newton covers an area of approximately 2.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Newton show an average sale price of £182,935, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Newton 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 Newton, 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, 278 planning applications were submitted near Newton. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (133), tree works (44), other applications (29).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Newton?
In the last 24 months, 278 planning applications were submitted near Newton. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Newton?
The average planning decision time near Newton 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 Newton?
The planning approval rate near Newton is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Newton?
The most common type of planning application near Newton is full planning applications, with 133 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Newton?
You can search and track planning applications near Newton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.