How many planning applications has Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council received?

Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council received 708 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 93%.

How long does Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council take to decide planning applications?

Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council takes an average of 67 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council?

Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council approves 93% of planning applications. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How do I object to a planning application in Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council?

To object to a Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council planning application, you must submit your representation to Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council during the public consultation period — typically 21 days from the date the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows you the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council Planning Applications

Q: How do I search Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council planning applications?

You can search Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council planning applications by postcode on Planning Signal. Enter any postcode in the Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council area to see all nearby applications, filter by type, and track decisions in real time.

Search and explore Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council planning applications. Planning Signal is your free alternative to the Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council planning portal — search all recent applications, track decisions, and get alerts on new developments in the area.

Region: Wales

About Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council

Governance

Leader: Andrew Morgan (Labour), since 28 May 2014

Chair: Sheryl Evans (Labour), since 12 February 2025

Chief Executive: Paul Mee, since 1 December 2022

Seats: 75 councillors (term: 5 years)

Founded: 1 April 1996

Last election: 5 May 2022

Political composition: Labour (58), Plaid Cymru (8), Conservative (2), Independent (7)

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council mention key planning constraints like heritage, flood risk, and environmental concerns
Council Boundary Map - Interactive map showing the council boundary and application locations
Full Details - View complete application details, dates and decision status

Council Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £140,780 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rhondda Cynon Taf
Parliamentary constituency: Pontypridd
LSOA: Rhondda Cynon Taf 008D

Crime Statistics

35 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 19
public-order: 4
anti-social-behaviour: 3
other-crime: 3
vehicle-crime: 2
burglary: 1
drugs: 1
other-theft: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council.

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 Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council

121 towns and villages. Click any town to search for planning applications nearby.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council area.

A brief summary of Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council

Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council oversees the governance of one of Wales' principal areas, Rhondda Cynon Taf. Located at the Llys Cadwyn development in Pontypridd, the council is the key authority for managing planning applications and local development initiatives within the region. The council was established in 1 April 1996. The council is currently led by Andrew Morgan (Labour). The council comprises 75 councillors seats, with the most recent election held on 5 May 2022.

The average property sale price in the Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council area is £140,780, based on 50 recent transactions.

The Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council area recorded 35 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

The council area encompasses 121 towns and villages, including Abercynon, Aberdare/Aberdar, Ferndale, Mountain Ash/Aberpennar, Pontypridd and Porth. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council Planning Applications

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Whether you're a resident checking Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council planning applications near your home, a homeowner tracking your own application, or a property professional monitoring the local market, Planning Signal gives you the tools to stay informed about planning and development across Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 708 planning applications Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council received. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants in Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 67 days on average, decisions in Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types in Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council were full planning applications (335), discharge of conditions (161), outline applications (57). Full planning applications account for 47% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 5 large-scale (major) developments, 154 medium-scale applications, 544 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 455 applications
Refused: 24 applications
Withdrawn: 11 applications
Awaiting decision: 218 applications

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