Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Planning Applications
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Planning data sourced from Neath Port Talbot council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Ecclesiastical Exemption Consultation for the installation of a handrail to steps at front entrance to church
Details to be agreed in association with Planning Condition 10 (Lighting Scheme) of Planning Permission P2025/0632 granted on 13.03.2026.
Non-Material Amendment (NMA) to amend the trigger for Condition 14 (Mobility Scooter Parking and Charging) so that the required scheme is submitted prior to the installation of any mobility scooter service provisions on site, rather than prior to the first beneficial use of the development.
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Port Talbot is a town located in the Neath Port Talbot county borough of Wales, approximately eight miles from Swansea, along the eastern shore of Swansea Bay. Known for its significant industrial presence, the Port Talbot Steelworks—the largest in the UK and one of the largest globally—occupies a substantial portion of the town and has faced closure threats since the 1980s. With a population of 31,550 as of 2021, Port Talbot represents roughly a fifth of the total population of Neath Port Talbot, making it a key area for planning applications and developments within the region.
Property prices in Port Talbot show an average sale price of £208,005, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot 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, Port Talbot 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Port Talbot, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.