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Planning in Penhow

Only 3 decisions near Penhow in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Penhow

Postcode districts

NP26 112 applications in the last 12 monthsNP24 9 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Monmouthshire County Council

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About Penhow

Penhow is a quaint village and historic parish located on the eastern edge of Newport, South Wales, within Monmouthshire. Its name is thought to originate from the Welsh term for 'head' or 'top' combined with an Old English word for 'ridge', reflecting the area's topography. The community encompasses the Parc-Seymour estate and is in close proximity to the Penhow Woodlands National Nature Reserve, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications related to conservation and development. The settlement has a population of approximately 726 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Newport district.

Penhow covers an area of approximately 798.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Penhow show an average sale price of £375,367, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Penhow area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Penhow 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, Penhow 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 Penhow, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Penhow.

The most common types were amendments (1), other applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Penhow?
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Penhow.
What types of planning applications are most common near Penhow?
The most common type of planning application near Penhow is amendment applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Penhow?
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