How long do planning decisions take near Pontfaen?

The average planning decision time near Pontfaen is 163 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Pontfaen?

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

How can I track planning applications near Pontfaen?

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Pontfaen, Pembrokeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pontfaen, Pembrokeshire.

Pembrokeshire · Wales · settlement

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About Pontfaen

Pontfaen is a quaint rural village and parish located in the community of Cwm Gwaun, in north Pembrokeshire, Wales. Situated just 3 miles (4.8 km) southeast of Fishguard, it offers a unique setting for planning applications, reflecting its charm and proximity to the coastal port.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £219,333 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Pembrokeshire
Parliamentary constituency: Ceredigion Preseli
LSOA: Pembrokeshire 002B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pontfaen.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Pontfaen based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Pontfaen.

- Tredafydd Uchaf Farm, Pontfaen, Fishguard, Pembrokeshire, SA65 9SJ
Conversion of outbuilding to studio
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Pembroke Coast | Date: 2026-02-13
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- Tredafydd Uchaf Farm, Pontfaen, Fishguard, Pembrokeshire, SA65 9SJ
Conversion of outbuilding to studio
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Pembroke Coast | Date: 2026-02-03
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- Tredafydd Uchaf Farm, Pontfaen, Fishguard, Pembrokeshire, SA65 9SJ
Extension to straw bedded cattle shed
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Pembroke Coast | Date: 2025-09-08
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A brief summary of Pontfaen in Pembrokeshire

Property prices in Pontfaen show an average sale price of £219,333, 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 Pontfaen a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Pontfaen

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Pontfaen. The average decision time was 163 days.

With an average of 163 days, decisions near Pontfaen take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

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

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