How long do planning decisions take near Pontllanfraith?

The average planning decision time near Pontllanfraith 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 Pontllanfraith?

The planning approval rate near Pontllanfraith is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Pontllanfraith?

The most common type of planning application near Pontllanfraith is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Pontllanfraith?

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Pontllanfraith, Caerphilly Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pontllanfraith, Caerphilly.

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About Pontllanfraith

Pontllanfraith is a prominent village and community in the Sirhowy Valley of Caerphilly County Borough, Wales, historically part of Monmouthshire. Neighbouring Blackwood and bisected by the Sirhowy River, it encompasses the areas of Penllwyn, Springfield, and The Bryn, serving as a residential hub with a population of 8,552 as recorded in the 2011 census. This growing community presents various opportunities for planning applications and developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £229,159 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Caerphilly
Parliamentary constituency: Caerphilly
LSOA: Caerphilly 015C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pontllanfraith.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Pontllanfraith based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Pontllanfraith.

- Motion 29 Ltd Unit 9 To 11 Block C Newbridge Road Industrial Estate Pontllanfraith Blackwood NP12 2XF
Change the Use from B1/B2/B8 Use to A1 Use
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2026-03-27
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- Glanbrynar Farm Tir-philkins Woodfieldside Pontllanfraith Blackwood NP12 2AS
Discharge condition 03 (Landscaping) of planning consent 24/0544/FULL (Demolish three existing outbuildings and construct two general purpose barns)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2026-03-20
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- Block D, Unit 4 Newbridge Road Industrial Estate Pontllanfraith
Discharge condition 02 (Ground gas) of planning consent 24/0769/RET (Retain the sub-division of the existing building to 7 units comprising of units A and D-H for Class B2 Use and unit 4B/C for the re
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2026-03-16
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- Block D Newbridge Road Industrial Estate Pontllanfraith
Change the use of three units to extend existing Gym
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2026-02-16
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- Block D Newbridge Road Industrial Estate Pontllanfraith
Discharge conditions 08 (Fencing) and 11 (Car Park Layout) of planning permission 24/0769/RET (Retain the sub-division of the existing building to 7 units comprising of units A and D-H for Class B2 Us
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2025-12-22
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- Land Adjacent To Unit 4 Block D Newbridge Road Industrial Estate Pontllanfraith Blackwood NP12 2AN
Discharge conditions 04 (Scheme For Dust) and 05 (Scheme For Noise) of planning consent 24/0769/RET (Retain the sub-division of the existing building to 7 units comprising of units A and D-H for Class
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2025-12-10
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- Heolddu House Heol-ddu Lane Pontllanfraith Blackwood NP12 2GX
Erect two storey extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2025-11-28
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- Land Within The Curtilage Of Frontier Multigate Ltd Block A Newbridge Road Industrial Estate Pontllanfraith Blackwood NP12 2YL
Vary Condition 02 (Approved Plans) and remove Condition 01 (Time Limit), Condition 03 (Working Method Statement), Condition 04 (Construction Details), Condition 07 (Tree Protection) and Condition 10 (
Status: Permitted | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2025-09-16
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- Land At Grid Ref 318157 196676 Tir-philkins Woodfieldside Pontllanfraith
Crown lift to provide highway clearance, lateral pruning and fell silver birch (Tree Preservation Order 38/07/CCBC)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2024-09-11
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- Land Within The Curtilage Of Frontier Multigate Ltd Block A Newbridge Road Industrial Estate Pontllanfraith Blackwood NP12 2YL
Erect 4 B1/B2/B8 class units together with associated parking, servicing, new access arrangements and landscaping
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2024-05-01
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A brief summary of Pontllanfraith in Caerphilly

Property prices in Pontllanfraith show an average sale price of £229,159, 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 Pontllanfraith a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Pontllanfraith

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Pontllanfraith. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Pontllanfraith.

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 Pontllanfraith were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (6), amendments (4). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 18 smaller schemes were submitted.

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