How long do planning decisions take near Pont-newydd?

The average planning decision time near Pont-newydd is 53 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 Pont-newydd?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Pont-newydd?

The most common type of planning application near Pont-newydd is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Pont-newydd?

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Pont-newydd, Carmarthenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pont-newydd, Carmarthenshire.

Carmarthenshire · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Pont-newydd are administered by Carmarthenshire County Council. View the full Carmarthenshire County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £235,153 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Carmarthenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Llanelli
LSOA: Carmarthenshire 022A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pont-newydd.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Pont-newydd.

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 Pont-newydd based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Pont-newydd.

- Pontnewydd Cottage, Pontyates, Llanelli, SA15 5TL
Demolition of existing lean-to utility room and study for new 2 storey extension forming new kitchen below and master bedroom above with adjacent single storey dining room extension. Existing kitchen
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2026-01-27
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A brief summary of Pont-newydd in Carmarthenshire

Pont-newydd is a settlement located in Carmarthenshire, Wales.

Property prices in Pont-newydd show an average sale price of £235,153, 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 Pont-newydd a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pont-newydd 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 Pont-newydd

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Pont-newydd. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

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

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Pont-newydd were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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