Ystradgynlais, Powys Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ystradgynlais, Powys.
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About Ystradgynlais
Ystradgynlais is a vibrant town situated in southwest Powys, Wales, along the River Tawe. Known for its strong Welsh language presence, Ystradgynlais encompasses the communities of Cwmtwrch, Abercraf, and Cwmgiedd, boasting a population of 8,092 as of the 2011 census, making it the second-largest town in Powys. As part of the Swansea Urban Area, the Ystradgynlais subdivision has a larger population of 10,248, highlighting its significance in the region.
Population: 8,267 (2021) · Area: 5505.2 km²
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Area Information
- Admin district: Neath Port Talbot
- Parliamentary constituency: Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
- LSOA: Neath Port Talbot 020A
Crime Statistics
45 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 25
- burglary: 4
- shoplifting: 4
- drugs: 3
- criminal-damage-arson: 2
- possession-of-weapons: 2
- robbery: 2
- anti-social-behaviour: 1
- public-order: 1
- other-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ystradgynlais.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ystradgynlais.
- 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 Ystradgynlais based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
307 planning applications found near Ystradgynlais.
- - Land At Bryngroes Farm Ystradgynlais Swansea Powys SA9 1LF
Full discharge of condition 10 of planning approval 25/1139/REM
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Powys | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - 34 Commercial Street Ystradgynlais Powys SA9 1JH
Erection of a mixed use property with 2 retail units on ground floor and 2 residential units on first and second floors and all associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Sardis Chapel Heol Giedd Ystradgynlais SA9 1JY Powys
Replacement of existing roof and all associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-09-26
View full details - - 14 Commercial Street Ystradgynlais Powys SA9 1HD
Installation of an ATM and automatic entrance door, ventilation upgrades, AC condenser replacement, and external advertisements
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-09-19
View full details - - 14 Commercial Street Ystradgynlais Powys SA9 1HD
1 externally illuminated fascia sign, 1 externally illuminated projecting sign, 3 signs positioned on front door, 1 sign positioned on ATM, 2 internally illuminated posters inside shopfront window and
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-09-19
View full details - - Yr Ysgol Heol Giedd Ystradgynlais SA9 1LQ
Erection of four extensions to provide additional accommodation and associated works
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-09-12
View full details - - 3-5 Station Road Ystradgynlais SA9 1NT
Change of Use from Sui Generis (Betting Office) to A3 (Hot Food Takeaway), installation of extraction and ventilation system, replacement shopfront and all associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-08-14
View full details - - Bryngroes Farm Ystradgynlais Swansea SA9 1LF
Section 73 application to vary condition 2 of planning permission 20/1314/FUL in relation to approved plans
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-08-13
View full details - - 62 Station Road Ystradgynlais SA9 1NX
Demolition of existing extensions and erection of single and two storey extension to rear of property
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-08-01
View full details - - 5 Pelican Street Ystradgynlais SA9 1LG
Erection of extension, re align existing roof and removal of chimney
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-07-22
View full details - - Former St John's Ambulance Offices Derwen Road Ystradgynlais Powys SA9 1HL
Change of use of offices to provide 3 x residential flats
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-07-10
View full details - - 40 Brecon Road Ystradgynlais Swansea SA9 1HE
Erection of extension, air source heat pump and garden outbuilding
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-05-23
View full details - - 6A Station Road Ystradgynlais Powys SA9 1NT
Change of use of the first floor flat from residential to retail
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-05-21
View full details - - 42 Maescynog Ystradgynlais SA9 1PB
Erection of extensions
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-05-15
View full details - - Land Off Former Haul Road Brynygroes Ystradgynlais SA9 1LE
Formation of commercial storage & light industrial yard compounds (13 no.) each with compound security fencing, access gates and a secure storage container
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-05-02
View full details - - 1 Astoria Place Derwen Road Ystradgynlais SA9 1HW
Change of use from dwellinghouse (C3) to Children's Home (C2)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-03-19
View full details - - 47 Commercial Street Ystradgynlais Powys SA9 1LA
Discharge of condition 4 of planning approval 25/0028/HH
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-03-07
View full details - - 5 Pelican Street Ystradgynlais SA9 1LG
Erection of single storey rear extension, realigning of existing roof and removal of chimney
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-02-27
View full details - - Land At Bryngroes Farm Ystradgynlais Swansea Powys SA9 1LF
Partial discharge of conditions 7, 8, 9 and 10 of planning permission 20/1314/FUL in relation to Phases 2 and 3
Status: Unresolved | Type: Conditions | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-02-20
View full details - - 42 Maescynog Ystradgynlais Powys SA9 1PB
Demolish conservatory and erect single and double storey extensions to rear with flat roof
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-02-17
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A brief summary of Ystradgynlais in Powys
Ystradgynlais is a vibrant town situated in southwest Powys, Wales, along the River Tawe. Known for its strong Welsh language presence, Ystradgynlais encompasses the communities of Cwmtwrch, Abercraf, and Cwmgiedd, boasting a population of 8,092 as of the 2011 census, making it the second-largest town in Powys. As part of the Swansea Urban Area, the Ystradgynlais subdivision has a larger population of 10,248, highlighting its significance in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 8,267 (2021 estimate).
Ystradgynlais covers an area of approximately 5505.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
The Ystradgynlais area recorded 45 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ystradgynlais 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 Ystradgynlais
In the last 24 months, 49 planning applications were submitted near Ystradgynlais. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Ystradgynlais.
The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Ystradgynlais were full planning applications (29), discharge of conditions (13), listed building and heritage (3). Full planning applications account for 59% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 32 applications
- Refused: 8 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 8 applications
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