How long do planning decisions take near Swanbridge?

The average planning decision time near Swanbridge is 98 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 Swanbridge?

The planning approval rate near Swanbridge is 71%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Swanbridge?

The most common type of planning application near Swanbridge is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Swanbridge?

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Swanbridge, The Vale of Glamorgan Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Swanbridge, The Vale of Glamorgan.

The Vale of Glamorgan · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Swanbridge are administered by Vale Of Glamorgan Council. View the full Vale Of Glamorgan Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Swanbridge

Swanbridge, located in the Vale of Glamorgan, Wales, is home to Sully Island, a 14.5-acre tidal island positioned 400 meters off the northern coast of the Bristol Channel. Nestled between the towns of Penarth and Barry, and just 10 km south of Cardiff, Sully Island is part of the parish of Sully and is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. As one of 43 unbridged tidal islands accessible on foot, it offers a unique aspect for planning applications related to conservation and coastal development.

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Area Information

Admin district: Vale of Glamorgan
Parliamentary constituency: Cardiff South and Penarth
LSOA: Vale of Glamorgan 006D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Swanbridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Swanbridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Swanbridge.

- Sully Sports And Social Club, South Road, Sully
Variation for static vendors
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Glamorgan | Date: 2025-10-03
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- Greenwaves, 11, Clevedon Avenue, Sully
Take down existing roof structure and increase roof height. Demolish existing rear conservatory and pergola structure. Proposed single storey rear extension with fenestration alterations to rear, side
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Glamorgan | Date: 2024-02-21
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A brief summary of Swanbridge in The Vale of Glamorgan

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Swanbridge a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Swanbridge. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 98 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 Swanbridge.

With an average of 98 days, decisions near Swanbridge take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Swanbridge were full planning applications (7), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 70% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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