How long do planning decisions take near Porthcawl?

The average planning decision time near Porthcawl is 87 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 Porthcawl?

The planning approval rate near Porthcawl is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Porthcawl?

The most common type of planning application near Porthcawl is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Porthcawl?

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Porthcawl, Bridgend Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Porthcawl, Bridgend.

Bridgend · Wales · Town

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About Porthcawl

Porthcawl is a coastal town in Bridgend County Borough, Wales, situated approximately 25 miles west of Cardiff and 19 miles southeast of Swansea. Known for its scenic waterfront, Porthcawl offers a blend of residential and commercial opportunities, making it a notable area for planning applications and development projects.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £364,030 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bridgend
Parliamentary constituency: Bridgend
LSOA: Bridgend 018F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Porthcawl.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Porthcawl based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Porthcawl.

- 78 New Road, Porthcawl, CF36 5DE
New non-illuminated shopfront sign
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2026-03-26
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- Former Coney Beach Pleasure Park and Wimpy building Eastern Promenade Porthcawl CF36 5TS
Prior notification to demolish funfair and restaurant structures
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2026-03-02
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- 42A New Road, Porthcawl, CF36 5DN
Certificate of Lawfulness for existing use of dwelling as care home for 5 residents (Use Class C3(b))
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2026-02-27
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- 74 New Road, Porthcawl, CF36 5DE
Change of use of the ground floor premises from office (use class B1) to convenience retail store (use class A1) including the sale of food, beverages and associated convenience goods; including inter
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2026-01-28
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- Sea Breeze Apartments 69-73 New Road Porthcawl CF36 5DH
Conversion of the existing building to provide 16no. Use Class C3 assisted living apartments and ancillary communal/support facilities
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2025-12-01
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- 156 Newton Nottage Road, Newton, Porthcawl, CF36 5ED
Replacement of existing conservatory and erection of associated verandah at rear of property
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bridgend | Date: 2025-09-12
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A brief summary of Porthcawl in Bridgend

Property prices in Porthcawl show an average sale price of £364,030, 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 Porthcawl a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Porthcawl

In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Porthcawl. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 days.

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

The average decision period of 87 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Porthcawl were full planning applications (18), discharge of conditions (13), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 47% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 7 medium-scale applications, 31 smaller schemes were submitted.

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