How long do planning decisions take near Simpson?

The average planning decision time near Simpson is 50 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 Simpson?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Simpson?

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

How can I track planning applications near Simpson?

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Simpson, Pembrokeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Simpson, Pembrokeshire.

Pembrokeshire · Wales · settlement

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £265,644 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Pembrokeshire
Parliamentary constituency: Mid and South Pembrokeshire
LSOA: Pembrokeshire 008E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Simpson.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Simpson based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Simpson.

- Land to the East of The Stables, Simpson South Farm, Simpson Cross, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA62 6ET
Installation of underground cables
Status: Permitted | Council: Pembroke Coast | Date: 2026-03-03
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- The Stables, Simpson Cross, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA62 6ET
Discharge of condition no's 5 (Construction Environmental Management Plan), 6 (Landscape Plan) and 10 (Demolition Method Statement) of NP/24/0560/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Pembroke Coast | Date: 2025-04-28
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A brief summary of Simpson in Pembrokeshire

Simpson is a settlement located in Pembrokeshire, Wales.

Property prices in Simpson show an average sale price of £265,644, 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 Simpson a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Simpson. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

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

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Simpson were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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