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Planning in Pontarddulais

Approved
89%
25 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Pontarddulais in the last 24 months, from City and County of Swansea Council's planning register.

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About Pontarddulais

Pontarddulais, located 10 miles northwest of Swansea city centre, is a vibrant town and community within the Pontarddulais ward of the City and County of Swansea Council. Nestled next to the village of Hendy in Carmarthenshire, it boasts a built-up population of 9,073, making it a significant area for planning and development activities.

Property prices in Pontarddulais show an average sale price of £182,935, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Pontarddulais 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 Pontarddulais 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, Pontarddulais 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 Pontarddulais, 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, 49 planning applications were submitted near Pontarddulais. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), outline applications (9), other applications (6). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pontarddulais?
In the last 24 months, 49 planning applications were submitted near Pontarddulais. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pontarddulais?
The average planning decision time near Pontarddulais is 45 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 Pontarddulais?
The planning approval rate near Pontarddulais is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pontarddulais?
The most common type of planning application near Pontarddulais is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pontarddulais?
You can search and track planning applications near Pontarddulais on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.