How long do planning decisions take near Rhydowen?

The average planning decision time near Rhydowen is 60 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 Rhydowen?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Rhydowen?

The most common type of planning application near Rhydowen is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rhydowen?

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Rhydowen, Carmarthenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rhydowen, Carmarthenshire.

Carmarthenshire · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Rhydowen are administered by Carmarthenshire County Council. View the full Carmarthenshire County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Rhydowen

Rhydowen is a quaint village located in Ceredigion, South-West Wales. It offers a charming rural setting, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the area, particularly for those interested in developments that harmonize with its picturesque landscape.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £311,240 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Carmarthenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Caerfyrddin
LSOA: Carmarthenshire 003D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rhydowen.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Rhydowen based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Rhydowen.

- The Forge, GLANDWR, Whitland, Pembrokeshire, SA34 0YD
Proposed two storey rear extension and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Pembrokeshire | Date: 2026-02-09
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A brief summary of Rhydowen in Carmarthenshire

Property prices in Rhydowen show an average sale price of £311,240, 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 Rhydowen a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rhydowen 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 Rhydowen

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Rhydowen. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

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

At 60 days on average, decisions near Rhydowen slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Rhydowen were full planning applications (2), other applications (2). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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