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Planning in Penarth

Approved
82%
123 of 142 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Penarth in the last 24 months, from Vale of Glamorgan Council's planning register.

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About Penarth

Penarth is a vibrant town and community located in the Vale of Glamorgan, Wales, just 3 miles south of Cardiff city centre. Situated on the western shore of the Severn Estuary, it marks the southern end of Cardiff Bay, making it a key area for planning applications and developments in close proximity to the capital.

Property prices in Penarth show an average sale price of £397,637, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Penarth 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, Penarth 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 Penarth, 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, 167 planning applications were submitted near Penarth. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (71), tree works (21), amendments (16). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 0 were dismissed.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Penarth?
In the last 24 months, 167 planning applications were submitted near Penarth. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Penarth?
The average planning decision time near Penarth 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 Penarth?
The planning approval rate near Penarth is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Penarth?
The most common type of planning application near Penarth is full planning applications, with 71 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Penarth?
You can search and track planning applications near Penarth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.