How long do planning decisions take near Pontithel?

The average planning decision time near Pontithel is 79 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 Pontithel?

The planning approval rate near Pontithel is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Pontithel?

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

How can I track planning applications near Pontithel?

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Pontithel, Powys Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pontithel, Powys.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £291,222 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Powys
Parliamentary constituency: Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
LSOA: Powys 015A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pontithel.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Pontithel based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Pontithel.

- Land Adjacent To A4078 Hay Road Lower Porthamel Talgarth LD3 0DL
Erection of extension to agricultural building for fodder and machinery storage
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Powys | Date: 2026-03-25
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- Llwydiarth Pont Ithel Brecon LD3 0SB
Proposed extension to the existing dwelling and installation on package treatment plant
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-04-28
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A brief summary of Pontithel in Powys

Pontithel is a settlement located in Powys, Wales.

Property prices in Pontithel show an average sale price of £291,222, 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 Pontithel a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pontithel 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 Pontithel

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Pontithel. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 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 Pontithel.

The average decision period of 79 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Pontithel were full planning applications (2), amendments (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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