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Planning in Sarn

Approved
95%
21 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 15 weeks
on average

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

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About Sarn

Sarn is a village located in Bridgend County Borough, Wales, approximately three miles north of Bridgend. Nestled between Aberkenfig and Brynmenyn, it is strategically positioned near the confluence of the Ogmore and Llynfi rivers. The village is also just a 15-minute walk from the M4 motorway and the McArthurGlen Group Bridgend Designer Outlet, making it a potentially attractive area for new planning applications and development projects.

Property prices in Sarn show an average sale price of £268,124, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sarn 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 Sarn 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, Sarn 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near Sarn, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Sarn. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 104 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (6), outline applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sarn?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Sarn. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sarn?
The average planning decision time near Sarn is 104 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 Sarn?
The planning approval rate near Sarn is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sarn?
The most common type of planning application near Sarn is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sarn?
You can search and track planning applications near Sarn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.