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Planning in Pencoed

Approved
95%
41 of 42 decided
Decision time
about 15 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Pencoed in the last 24 months, from Bridgend County Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Bridgend County Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Pencoed

Postcode districts

CF35 93 applications in the last 12 monthsCF31 142 applications in the last 12 monthsCF32 101 applications in the last 12 monthsCF36 83 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bridgend County Borough Council

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About Pencoed

Pencoed is a town and community located in Bridgend County Borough, Wales, positioned along the Ewenny River and adjacent to the M4 motorway, northeast of Bridgend. As of the 2022 census, it boasts a population of 10,011, making it a vibrant area for potential planning applications and developments.

Property prices in Pencoed show an average sale price of £268,124, 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 Pencoed 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, Pencoed 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 Pencoed, 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, 47 planning applications were submitted near Pencoed. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 102 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), tree works (15), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pencoed?
In the last 24 months, 47 planning applications were submitted near Pencoed. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pencoed?
The average planning decision time near Pencoed is 102 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 Pencoed?
The planning approval rate near Pencoed is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pencoed?
The most common type of planning application near Pencoed is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pencoed?
You can search and track planning applications near Pencoed on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.