How long do planning decisions take near Ystradowen?

The average planning decision time near Ystradowen is 33 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 Ystradowen?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ystradowen?

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

How can I track planning applications near Ystradowen?

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Ystradowen, Carmarthenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ystradowen, Carmarthenshire.

Carmarthenshire · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Ystradowen are administered by Carmarthenshire County Council. View the full Carmarthenshire County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Ystradowen

Ystradowen is a quaint village situated 12 miles west of Cardiff, nestled within the Penllyn community of the Vale of Glamorgan in south Wales. The village is approximately three miles north of Cowbridge, making it an attractive location for those considering planning applications in a picturesque rural setting.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £182,935 (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 020G

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ystradowen.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ystradowen based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Ystradowen.

- 17 Penygraig Road, Ystradowen, Swansea, SA9 2YP
Proposed single storey rear domestic extension on an existing patio area
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2025-03-14
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- Land adjacent 2 Penygraig Road, Ystradowen, Swansea, SA9 2YU
Variation of Condition 2 on PL/05210 (Alteration from single detached garage to double detached garage)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Ystradowen in Carmarthenshire

Property prices in Ystradowen show an average sale price of £182,935, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Ystradowen a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Ystradowen. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.

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

The average decision time of 33 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ystradowen were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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