How long do planning decisions take near Oxwich?

The average planning decision time near Oxwich is 78 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 Oxwich?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Oxwich?

The most common type of planning application near Oxwich is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Oxwich?

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Oxwich, Swansea Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Oxwich, Swansea.

Swansea · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Oxwich 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 Oxwich

Oxwich is a picturesque village located on the Gower Peninsula in Swansea, South Wales, within the Penrice community. Stretching from the village of Horton to Oxwich Bay, the area is home to approximately 454 residents, making it a small but vibrant community. For those researching planning applications, Oxwich offers a unique blend of natural beauty and local charm, ideal for development considerations.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £222,300 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Swansea
Parliamentary constituency: Gower
LSOA: Swansea 029C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Oxwich.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Oxwich based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Oxwich.

- Ganders Way Oxwich Swansea SA3 1LU
Works to trees in Oxwich Conservation Area
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Swansea | Date: 2026-06-03
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- Pitt Farmhouse Oxwich Swansea SA3 1LS
Discharge of conditions 3 - (Level 3 recording) 4 - (Masonry repair method statement), 5 - (Door and window repairs), 6 - (Rooflight details), 7 - (Roof repair statement), 8 -( Rainwater goods), 9 - (
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Swansea | Date: 2025-10-03
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- Surf Sound Oxwich Swansea SA3 1LS
Works to trees in Oxwich Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Swansea | Date: 2025-09-17
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- Seaview Oxwich Swansea SA3 1NA
Single storey rear extension, single storey side extension, fenestration alterations and replacement front gate and walls
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Swansea | Date: 2023-08-08
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- Box Tree Oxwich Swansea SA3 1LS
To fell one elm tree in Oxwich Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Swansea | Date: 2023-06-16
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A brief summary of Oxwich in Swansea

Property prices in Oxwich show an average sale price of £222,300, 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 Oxwich a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Oxwich 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 Oxwich

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Oxwich. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

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

The average decision period of 78 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Oxwich were tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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