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Planning in The Mumbles

Approved
87%
104 of 118 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of The Mumbles in the last 24 months, from City and County of Swansea Council's planning register.

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About The Mumbles

The Mumbles is a settlement located in Swansea, Wales.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the The Mumbles area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes The Mumbles a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, The Mumbles 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near The Mumbles, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 173 planning applications were submitted near The Mumbles. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (74), other applications (20), tree works (16).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near The Mumbles?
In the last 24 months, 173 planning applications were submitted near The Mumbles. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near The Mumbles?
The average planning decision time near The Mumbles is 71 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 The Mumbles?
The planning approval rate near The Mumbles is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near The Mumbles?
The most common type of planning application near The Mumbles is full planning applications, with 74 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near The Mumbles?
You can search and track planning applications near The Mumbles on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.