How long do planning decisions take near Pensarn?

The average planning decision time near Pensarn is 90 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 Pensarn?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Pensarn?

The most common type of planning application near Pensarn is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Pensarn?

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Pensarn, Conwy Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pensarn, Conwy.

Conwy · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Pensarn are administered by Conwy County Borough Council. View the full Conwy County Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Pensarn

Pensarn is a coastal suburb of Abergele, located in Conwy County Borough, North Wales. Its name, meaning 'end of the causeway', reflects its historical significance as a crossing point over Morfa Rhuddlan, where a causeway facilitated access to the seaside. This area's unique geography and historical context may influence planning applications related to coastal development and infrastructure.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £219,184 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Conwy
Parliamentary constituency: Clwyd North
LSOA: Conwy 010C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pensarn.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Pensarn based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Pensarn.

- 12 Holland Drive Belgrano Abergele Conwy LL22 9AF
Extension to dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Conwy | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Pensarn in Conwy

Property prices in Pensarn show an average sale price of £219,184, 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 Pensarn a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Pensarn includes 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Liverpool Bay. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Pensarn

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Pensarn. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 90 days.

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

The average decision period of 90 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Pensarn were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

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