How long do planning decisions take near Rhiwfawr?

The average planning decision time near Rhiwfawr is 18 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 Rhiwfawr?

The planning approval rate near Rhiwfawr is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rhiwfawr?

The most common type of planning application near Rhiwfawr is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rhiwfawr?

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Rhiwfawr, Neath Port Talbot Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rhiwfawr, Neath Port Talbot.

Neath Port Talbot · Wales · settlement

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About Rhiwfawr

Rhiwfawr is a small village located in the scenic Swansea Valley within the Neath Port Talbot county borough of Wales, featuring approximately 100 residential properties. Its quaint community and picturesque surroundings make it a noteworthy area for potential planning applications and developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £222,300 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Neath Port Talbot
Parliamentary constituency: Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
LSOA: Neath Port Talbot 020G

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rhiwfawr.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Rhiwfawr based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Rhiwfawr.

- 40 Pen Y Rhiw Rhiwfawr Neath Port Talbot SA9 2RN
Proposed Lawful Development Certificate- single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Neath | Date: 2026-01-16
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A brief summary of Rhiwfawr in Neath Port Talbot

Property prices in Rhiwfawr show an average sale price of £222,300, 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 Rhiwfawr a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Rhiwfawr

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Rhiwfawr. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 18 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Rhiwfawr may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 18 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Rhiwfawr were outline applications (1).

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