How long do planning decisions take near Ynysforgan?

The average planning decision time near Ynysforgan is 78 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 Ynysforgan?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ynysforgan?

The most common type of planning application near Ynysforgan is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ynysforgan?

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Ynysforgan, Swansea Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ynysforgan, Swansea.

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About Ynysforgan

Ynysforgan is a village located in Swansea, Wales, positioned between Morriston and Ynystawe, conveniently just off junction 45 of the M4 motorway. Its strategic location makes it an appealing area for potential planning applications, benefiting from easy access to major transport routes and nearby amenities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Swansea
Parliamentary constituency: Swansea West
LSOA: Swansea 008C

Crime Statistics

114 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 58
public-order: 12
drugs: 9
other-theft: 8
criminal-damage-arson: 7
shoplifting: 7
anti-social-behaviour: 5
other-crime: 4
possession-of-weapons: 2
burglary: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ynysforgan.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ynysforgan based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Ynysforgan.

- 345 Clydach Road Morriston Swansea SA6 6QJ
PRE APP for change of use from a garage/workshop to a residential unit and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Swansea | Date: 2026-04-27
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- 46 Rhodfa Fadog Cwmrhydyceirw Swansea SA6 6NQ
Rear single storey extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swansea | Date: 2026-04-22
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2026/0422/FUL - 29 Clos Crucywel Cwmrhydyceirw Swansea SA6 6RD
Demolition of the existing substandard single storey side extension and replacement with a proposed single storey side extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: Swansea | Date: 2026-03-16
- 29 Christopher Road Ynysforgan Swansea SA6 6QR
Ground floor rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swansea | Date: 2026-02-05
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- 38 Radnor Drive Morriston Swansea SA6 6TJ
Proposed two storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Swansea | Date: 2025-09-24
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- Land Adjacent To 14 Elizabeth Close Ynysforgan Swansea SA6 6RW
Detached bungalow (Outline) (Variation of conditions 2 and 3 of planning permission 2022/1872/S73 granted 22nd September 2022) to extend the period of time to commence development
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Swansea | Date: 2025-05-21
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- Land Adjacent To 299 Clydach Road Morriston Swansea SA6 6QJ
Discharge of conditions 6 (CEMP), 8 (lighting strategy) and 9 (landscaping) of planning permission 2024/1550/FUL granted 26th March 2025
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Swansea | Date: 2025-04-02
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- Co-Op Supermarket Morriston Rhodfa Fadog Swansea SA6 6LQ
External mechanical equipment
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Swansea | Date: 2024-02-28
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- 55 Cefn Glas Ynysforgan Swansea SA6 6RU
To lop two Beech trees covered by TPO 030
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Swansea | Date: 2023-12-28
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- 94 Llanllienwen Road Cwmrhydyceirw Swansea SA6 6LU
Change of use from existing detached garage to annexe
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Swansea | Date: 2023-11-30
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A brief summary of Ynysforgan in Swansea

The Ynysforgan area recorded 114 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

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Planning Activity in Ynysforgan

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Ynysforgan. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

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

The average decision period of 78 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Ynysforgan were full planning applications (11), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 61% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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