How long do planning decisions take near Nicholaston?

The average planning decision time near Nicholaston is 50 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 Nicholaston?

The planning approval rate near Nicholaston is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Nicholaston?

The most common type of planning application near Nicholaston is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Nicholaston?

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Nicholaston, Swansea Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Nicholaston, Swansea.

Swansea · Wales · settlement

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About Nicholaston

Nicholaston is a village located on the Gower Peninsula in the City and County of Swansea, Wales. Renowned for its stunning landscapes, the peninsula is largely designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it a significant area for planning applications related to conservation and sustainable development.

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Area Information

Admin district: Swansea
Parliamentary constituency: Gower
LSOA: Swansea 030D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Nicholaston.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Nicholaston.

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 Nicholaston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Nicholaston.

- Cobwebs Penmaen Swansea SA3 2HH
Discharge of conditions 5 (external lighting) and 6 (internal lighting) of planning permission 2025/0582/S73 approved 24th April 2025
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Swansea | Date: 2025-03-26
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- Cobwebs Penmaen Swansea SA3 2HH
(Pre-application) Demolition of existing dwelling and replacement dwelling with annexe
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Swansea | Date: 2023-09-05
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A brief summary of Nicholaston in Swansea

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Nicholaston a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Nicholaston

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Nicholaston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Nicholaston may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Nicholaston were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

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