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Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

Neath Port Talbot
Wales
Town
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Planning data sourced from Neath Port Talbot council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Port Talbot - Planning Applications & Local Development

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.