How long do planning decisions take near Ynysmeudwy?

The average planning decision time near Ynysmeudwy is 24 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 Ynysmeudwy?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ynysmeudwy?

The most common type of planning application near Ynysmeudwy is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ynysmeudwy?

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Ynysmeudwy, Neath Port Talbot Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ynysmeudwy, Neath Port Talbot.

Neath Port Talbot · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Ynysmeudwy are administered by Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council. View the full Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £222,300 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Neath Port Talbot
Parliamentary constituency: Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
LSOA: Neath Port Talbot 004G

Crime Statistics

9 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 5
criminal-damage-arson: 2
other-theft: 1
public-order: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ynysmeudwy.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ynysmeudwy based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Ynysmeudwy.

- Ynysmeudwy Arms 168 Ynysmeudwy Road Ynysmeudwy Pontardawe Swansea Neath Port Talbot SA8 4QJ
Non-Material Amendment application to planning permission P2022/0981 to alter wording of Condition 5 to remove requirement to incorporate gates that can been seen through
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Neath | Date: 2023-08-04
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A brief summary of Ynysmeudwy in Neath Port Talbot

Ynysmeudwy is a settlement located in Neath Port Talbot, Wales.

Property prices in Ynysmeudwy show an average sale price of £222,300, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 9 crimes reported in the Ynysmeudwy area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

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

Planning Activity in Ynysmeudwy

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Ynysmeudwy. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 24 days.

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

The average decision time of 24 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ynysmeudwy were outline applications (1), amendments (1).

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