How long do planning decisions take near Thornhill?

The average planning decision time near Thornhill is 41 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 Thornhill?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Thornhill?

The most common type of planning application near Thornhill is full planning applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Thornhill, Cardiff Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Thornhill, Cardiff.

Cardiff · Wales · settlement

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About Thornhill

Thornhill is a vibrant community located in the northern part of Cardiff, Wales, positioned just south of Caerphilly. This area is notable for its residential developments and proximity to green spaces, making it an attractive location for planning applications related to housing and community infrastructure.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £985,000 (based on 1 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cardiff
Parliamentary constituency: Cardiff North
LSOA: Cardiff 021C

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Thornhill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Thornhill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Thornhill.

- 9 Glendale Avenue Llanishen Cardiff CF14 5JP
Creation of Parking, installation of permeable hardstanding and removal of front boundary wall to create vehicle access.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2026-04-14
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- Cartref 85 - 91 Station Road Llanishen Cardiff CF14 5UU
Discharge of Condition 3 (Solar Panels) of 25/02847/VAR
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2026-04-08
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- 44 Llanon Road Llanishen Cardiff CF14 5AH
Single storey rear extension with minor external alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2026-02-26
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- 65 Station Road Llanishen Cardiff CF14 5UT
Ground floor rear and side extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2026-02-13
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- Cartref 85 - 91 Station Road Llanishen Cardiff CF14 5UU
Extension to the front and rear of existing buildings, external alterations and associated works. (23/02832/FUL - Approved 06 December 2023):- Variation of Conditions 2 (Approved Plans), 3 (Constructi
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2025-12-02
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- Christ The King Primary Caretakers House 10 Everest Avenue Llanishen Cardiff CF14 5AS
Change vacated Caretaker property into a staff area for use by the school.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2025-03-04
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- Christ The King Primary School Everest Avenue Llanishen Cardiff CF14 5AS
New nursery at Christ The King Catholic Primary School consisting of a single storey one classroom standalone structure with associated external works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2024-12-23
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- 14 Aldwych Close Thornhill Cardiff CF14 9DR
Side dormer roof extensions
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2023-08-16
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- 48 Everest Avenue Llanishen Cardiff CF14 5AQ
Excavation and alteration of existing driveway and boundary wall.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2023-07-20
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A brief summary of Thornhill in Cardiff

Property prices in Thornhill show an average sale price of £985,000, based on 1 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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Planning Activity in Thornhill

In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Thornhill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

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

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Thornhill were full planning applications (25), tree works (19), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 52% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 29 applications
Refused: 0 applications
Awaiting decision: 19 applications

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