How long do planning decisions take near Sarn?

The average planning decision time near Sarn is 13 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 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sarn?

The most common type of planning application near Sarn is other, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sarn?

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Sarn, Powys Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sarn, Powys.

Powys · Wales · settlement

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

About Sarn

Sarn is a quaint village located in Powys, Wales, known for its rural charm and close-knit community. As a small but significant settlement, Sarn offers unique planning opportunities and challenges, making it an interesting area for those researching local development and applications.

District: Kerry

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £246,694 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Powys
Parliamentary constituency: Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr
LSOA: Powys 008C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Sarn.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Sarn based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Sarn in Powys

Property prices in Sarn show an average sale price of £246,694, 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 Sarn a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Sarn

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Sarn. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 13 days.

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

The average decision time of 13 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Sarn were other applications (2), discharge of conditions (1).

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