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Planning in Waunarlwydd

Approved
62%
13 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Waunarlwydd

Postcode districts

SA5 141 applications in the last 12 monthsSA4 230 applications in the last 12 monthsSA1 358 applications in the last 12 monthsSA2 244 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: City and County of Swansea Council

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About Waunarlwydd

Waunarlwydd is a village and community located in Swansea, Wales, officially designated as a community in 2022 and part of the newly established Waunarlwydd ward since 2021. The area is set to welcome a new rugby club, expected to open in late 2024, presenting opportunities for local development and community engagement.

Property prices in Waunarlwydd show an average sale price of £182,935, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Waunarlwydd 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 Waunarlwydd 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, Waunarlwydd 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 Waunarlwydd, 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, 46 planning applications were submitted near Waunarlwydd. Of these, 62% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (11), amendments (4).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Waunarlwydd?
In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Waunarlwydd. The approval rate is 62%.
How long do planning decisions take near Waunarlwydd?
The average planning decision time near Waunarlwydd is 54 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 Waunarlwydd?
The planning approval rate near Waunarlwydd is 62%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Waunarlwydd?
The most common type of planning application near Waunarlwydd is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Waunarlwydd?
You can search and track planning applications near Waunarlwydd on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.