How long do planning decisions take near Pen-Rhiw-fawr?

The average planning decision time near Pen-Rhiw-fawr is 26 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 Pen-Rhiw-fawr?

The planning approval rate near Pen-Rhiw-fawr is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Pen-Rhiw-fawr?

The most common type of planning application near Pen-Rhiw-fawr is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Pen-Rhiw-fawr?

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Pen-Rhiw-fawr, Neath Port Talbot Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pen-Rhiw-fawr, Neath Port Talbot.

Neath Port Talbot · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Pen-Rhiw-fawr are administered by Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council. View the full Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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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: Neath Port Talbot
Parliamentary constituency: Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
LSOA: Neath Port Talbot 020A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pen-Rhiw-fawr.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Pen-Rhiw-fawr.

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 Pen-Rhiw-fawr based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Pen-Rhiw-fawr in Neath Port Talbot

Pen-Rhiw-fawr is a settlement located in Neath Port Talbot, Wales.

Property prices in Pen-Rhiw-fawr 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 Pen-Rhiw-fawr a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pen-Rhiw-fawr 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 Pen-Rhiw-fawr

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Pen-Rhiw-fawr. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 days.

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

The average decision time of 26 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Pen-Rhiw-fawr were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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