How long do planning decisions take near Pentrebach?

The average planning decision time near Pentrebach is 68 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 Pentrebach?

The planning approval rate near Pentrebach is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Pentrebach?

The most common type of planning application near Pentrebach is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Pentrebach?

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Pentrebach, Swansea Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pentrebach, Swansea.

Swansea · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Pentrebach 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 Pentrebach

Pentrebach, also known as Pentre-bach, is a village located in the City and County of Swansea, Wales, situated within the Pontarddulais ward and the community of Pontarddulais. This area is part of the historic county of Glamorgan, making it a notable location for planning applications and developments within the region.

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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 018C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pentrebach.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Pentrebach based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Pentrebach.

- Craigle Garnswllt Road Pontarddulais Swansea SA4 8QG
Use of property as a care home for children and young people, installation of replacement windows, new roof covering and erection of 1.8m fencing and gate to side and rear (application for a Certifica
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Swansea | Date: 2026-01-16
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A brief summary of Pentrebach in Swansea

Property prices in Pentrebach 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 Pentrebach a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Pentrebach

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Pentrebach. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Pentrebach.

At 68 days on average, decisions near Pentrebach slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Pentrebach were outline applications (3).

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