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Planning in Tywyn

Approved
73%
16 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Tywyn in the last 24 months, from Conwy County Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Tywyn

Postcode districts

LL31 34 applications in the last 12 monthsLL32 34 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Conwy County Borough Council

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About Tywyn

Tywyn, located on the picturesque Cardigan Bay coast in southern Gwynedd, Wales, is a vibrant town and seaside resort. Historically part of Merionethshire, it is renowned for its significant cultural heritage, including the Cadfan Stone, which features the earliest known example of written Welsh, and the historic Talyllyn Railway. This blend of natural beauty and historical landmarks makes Tywyn a key area for planning applications related to tourism, conservation, and community development.

Property prices in Tywyn show an average sale price of £228,700, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Tywyn 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, Tywyn 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Tywyn, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Tywyn. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), amendments (4), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Tywyn?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Tywyn. The approval rate is 73%.
How long do planning decisions take near Tywyn?
The average planning decision time near Tywyn is 85 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 Tywyn?
The planning approval rate near Tywyn is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Tywyn?
The most common type of planning application near Tywyn is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Tywyn?
You can search and track planning applications near Tywyn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.