How long do planning decisions take near Stepaside?

The average planning decision time near Stepaside is 81 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 Stepaside?

The planning approval rate near Stepaside is 60%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stepaside?

The most common type of planning application near Stepaside is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stepaside?

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Stepaside, Pembrokeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stepaside, Pembrokeshire.

Pembrokeshire · Wales · settlement

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

About Stepaside

Stepaside is a quaint village located six miles north of Tenby in Pembrokeshire, within the community and parish of Amroth, boasting a population of 619 as of the 2011 census. Once a hub for coal and iron mining, it has transformed into a holiday destination featuring residential homes and caravan parks, with the Stepaside Heritage Park located nearby. The village is well-connected to surrounding areas, including Kilgetty and Amroth, making it a notable area for planning applications related to tourism and residential development.

Population: 619

District: Pembrokeshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £281,499 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Pembrokeshire
Parliamentary constituency: Mid and South Pembrokeshire
LSOA: Pembrokeshire 007D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stepaside.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stepaside based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Stepaside.

- The Borderers, STEPASIDE, Narberth, Pembrokeshire, SA67 8JN
Dormer Roof Extension, Rear extension & enclosed porch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Pembrokeshire | Date: 2024-02-02
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- Trees Caravan Park, STEPASIDE, Narberth, Pembrokeshire, SA67 8JT
Siting of prefabricated steel workshop building and one parking space, laying of hardcore and the removal of trees.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Pembrokeshire | Date: 2023-09-15
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- Plum Tree Hall, Stepaside, Narberth, Pembrokeshire, SA67 8JX
Proposed engineering works involving cut and fill to level out existing ground and construction of stable block, tack room & fodder storage area (part retrospective).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Pembrokeshire | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of Stepaside in Pembrokeshire

Property prices in Stepaside show an average sale price of £281,499, 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 Stepaside a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Stepaside

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Stepaside. Of these, 60% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Stepaside.

The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Stepaside were discharge of conditions (3), amendments (2), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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