How long do planning decisions take near Aberaman?

The average planning decision time near Aberaman is 96 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 Aberaman?

The planning approval rate near Aberaman is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Aberaman?

The most common type of planning application near Aberaman is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Aberaman?

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Aberaman, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Aberaman, Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · settlement

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About Aberaman

Aberaman is a village located near Aberdare in Rhondda Cynon Taf, South Wales, with a historical reliance on the coal industry that spurred significant population growth in the late 19th century. Although the coal industry has largely diminished, many residents now commute to Cardiff and the M4 corridor for work, while others find employment in the nearby towns of Aberdare and Pontypridd. This shift in economic activity may influence local planning applications, reflecting the evolving needs of the community.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £178,179 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rhondda Cynon Taf
Parliamentary constituency: Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
LSOA: Rhondda Cynon Taf 003E

Crime Statistics

101 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 45
anti-social-behaviour: 16
public-order: 14
drugs: 6
criminal-damage-arson: 5
shoplifting: 5
other-crime: 4
other-theft: 3
burglary: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Aberaman based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Aberaman.

- 25 Hillcrest Avenue Aberaman Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 6YH
Proposed dormer loft conversion for a bedroom and bathroom
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-09-29
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- 1 The Plough Lewis Street Aberaman Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 6PY
Proposed single storey extension.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-04-28
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- 30 Tir Founder Fields Cwm-bach Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 0DT
Installation of an Air Source Heat Pump to be installed to the property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-02-03
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23/0433/FUL - Asda Stores Ltd Ffordd Tirwaun CWM-Bach Aberdare CF44 0AH
Coffee drive thru unit (Mixed A1/A3 Use) and associated works (Amended Description and Updated Use Class information rec. 09/06/23)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-04-18
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A brief summary of Aberaman in Rhondda Cynon Taf

Property prices in Aberaman show an average sale price of £178,179, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Aberaman area recorded 101 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.

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Planning Activity in Aberaman

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Aberaman. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 96 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Aberaman.

With an average of 96 days, decisions near Aberaman take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Aberaman were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (5), outline applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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