Porthmadog, Gwynedd Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Porthmadog, Gwynedd.
Gwynedd · Wales · Town
Planning applications in Porthmadog are administered by Gwynedd Council. View the full Gwynedd Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Porthmadog
Porthmadog, a coastal town in Gwynedd, Wales, is strategically located 5 miles east of Criccieth and serves as a gateway to Snowdonia National Park. Originally developed in the 19th century as a slate port, it has transitioned into a vibrant shopping and tourism hub, with a community population of approximately 4,134 as of 2019. The town also encompasses nearby areas such as Borth-y-Gest, Morfa Bychan, and Tremadog, making it a key area for planning applications related to development and tourism.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £229,680 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Gwynedd
- Parliamentary constituency: Dwyfor Meirionnydd
- LSOA: Gwynedd 010D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Porthmadog.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Porthmadog.
- 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 Porthmadog based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Porthmadog.
- - TYN Y COED Borth Road, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9UP
Cais arfaethedig am estyniad llanw umllawr ar fyngalo gydag estyniad i'r to / Proposed single storey infill extension to bungalow with an extension to roof
Type: Full | Council: Gwynedd | Date: 2026-04-16
View full details - - Grisiau Mawr, Pencei, , Porthmadog, LL49 9AT
Gosod canllaw yng nghanol y grisiau / Erect railing in middle of stairs
Type: Heritage | Council: Gwynedd | Date: 2025-12-17
View full details - - Morfa Chalet Borth Road, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9UW
Torri a thocio coed Fell and lop trees
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Gwynedd | Date: 2023-07-14
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A brief summary of Porthmadog in Gwynedd
Porthmadog, a coastal town in Gwynedd, Wales, is strategically located 5 miles east of Criccieth and serves as a gateway to Snowdonia National Park. Originally developed in the 19th century as a slate port, it has transitioned into a vibrant shopping and tourism hub, with a community population of approximately 4,134 as of 2019. The town also encompasses nearby areas such as Borth-y-Gest, Morfa Bychan, and Tremadog, making it a key area for planning applications related to development and tourism.
Property prices in Porthmadog show an average sale price of £229,680, 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 Porthmadog a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Porthmadog 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.
Planning Activity in Porthmadog
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Porthmadog.
The most common application types near Porthmadog were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Borth-y-Gest planning applications
- Tremadog planning applications
- Portmeirion planning applications
- Morfa Bychan planning applications
- Wern planning applications
- Penmorfa planning applications
- Minffordd planning applications
- Prenteg planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.