How long do planning decisions take near Swffryd?

The average planning decision time near Swffryd is 62 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 Swffryd?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Swffryd?

The most common type of planning application near Swffryd is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Swffryd?

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Swffryd, Blaenau Gwent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Swffryd, Blaenau Gwent.

Blaenau Gwent · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Swffryd are administered by Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council. View the full Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Swffryd

Swffryd is a Welsh community located on the edge of Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council, offering a unique blend of local character and accessibility to nearby urban amenities. This area may present various planning opportunities and considerations for developers and residents alike.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £253,918 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Caerphilly
Parliamentary constituency: Newport West and Islwyn
LSOA: Caerphilly 017A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Swffryd.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Swffryd based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Swffryd in Blaenau Gwent

Property prices in Swffryd show an average sale price of £253,918, 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 Swffryd a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Swffryd

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Swffryd. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

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

At 62 days on average, decisions near Swffryd slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Swffryd were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 20% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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

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