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18 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Porthcawl · updated daily · Bridgend County Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 18 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Rear of 3 Fenton Place, Porthcawl, CF36 3DWAwaiting decisionDemolition of garage and erection of 2 bed dormer bungalow, parking and associated worksFull Planning ApplicationReceived 3 Nov 2026P/26/575/FUL
Rear of 274 New Road, Porthcawl, CF36 5PLAwaiting decisionChange of use of adjacent parcel of land (to the rear) to be incorporated into the garden of the existing property including retrospective permission for the erection of an outbuilding for use as an officeFull Planning ApplicationReceived 15 Oct 2026P/25/669/FUL
Porthcawl RFC South Road Porthcawl CF36 3DAAwaiting decisionReplace lamps on existing floodlighting columns to LEDsFull Planning ApplicationReceived 14 Oct 2026P/26/546/FUL
Porthcawl Primary School, Meadow Lane, Porthcawl, CF36 5EYAwaiting decisionApproval of details for conditions 7 (traffic calming), 8 (lining and signing TRO), 9 (improved Active Travel route), 11 (service delivery access), 12 (engineering details), 25 (vehicular access set back), 27 (soft landscaping works) and 30 (lighting scheme) for P/25/553/BCBDischarge of condition/sReceived 12 Oct 2026P/26/564/DOC
23 West End Avenue, Nottage, Porthcawl, CF36 3NEAwaiting decisionProposed roof alteration. Form new gable and recessed balcony to rear elevation and 2no. dormers to east and west facing elevations and associated works.Full Planning ApplicationReceived 7 Oct 2026P/26/527/FUL

Planning in Porthcawl

Approved: 97%; 36 of 37 decided
Decision time: about 16 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Porthcawl in the last 24 months, from Bridgend County Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Porthcawl

Postcode districts

CF36 83 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Bridgend County Borough Council

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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.

Property prices in Porthcawl show an average sale price of £343,615, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Porthcawl 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 Porthcawl 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, Porthcawl 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.

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In the last 24 months, 64 planning applications were submitted near Porthcawl. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 114 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), discharge of conditions (11), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Porthcawl?

In the last 24 months, 64 planning applications were submitted near Porthcawl. The approval rate is 97%.

How long do planning decisions take near Porthcawl?

The average planning decision time near Porthcawl is 114 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 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 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 19 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Porthcawl?

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