How long do planning decisions take near Penrice?

The average planning decision time near Penrice is 43 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 Penrice?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Penrice?

The most common type of planning application near Penrice is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Penrice?

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Penrice, Swansea Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Penrice, Swansea.

Swansea · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Penrice 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 Penrice

Penrice is a village and community located in Swansea, Wales, on the picturesque Gower Peninsula. According to the 2011 UK census, it has a population of 451 and encompasses several nearby villages, including Oxwich, Oxwich Green, Slade, Little Reynoldston, and Horton. The area is governed by an elected community council, making it an active participant in local planning and development initiatives.

Population: 355 (2021) · Area: 1422.6 km²

District: Swansea

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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: Swansea
Parliamentary constituency: Gower
LSOA: Swansea 028B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Penrice.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Penrice based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Penrice in Swansea

Penrice covers an area of approximately 1422.6 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 Penrice 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 Penrice a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Penrice. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

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

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Penrice were tree works (1), discharge of conditions (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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