Nelson planning approval rate
Nelson ward in Caerphilly has a 82.1% approval rate based on 195 planning decisions. Caerphilly overall: 78.2%.
Last updated: August 2026
82.1%
ward approval rate
195
Decisions
160
Approved
35
Refused
78.2%
Caerphilly average
Nelson sits slightly above the Caerphilly average, with a 3.9 point advantage. Planning outcomes here are generally favourable.
How Nelson compares
Nelson ward
82.1%
Caerphilly overall
78.2%
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Recent decisions in Nelson
Erect two-storey side extension with associated external works · Thu 20 Aug 2026
Erect two storey rear extension and side garage extension · Wed 22 Jul 2026
Erect a single storey side extension and associated works including 2m boundary · Thu 16 Jul 2026
Erect 3 No mixed use industrial buildings with associated access, parking and la · Fri 10 Jul 2026
Erect fire escape staircase and associated internal alterations · Thu 02 Jul 2026
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