How long do planning decisions take near Abercanaid?

The average planning decision time near Abercanaid is 34 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 Abercanaid?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Abercanaid?

The most common type of planning application near Abercanaid is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Abercanaid?

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Abercanaid, Merthyr Tydfil Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Abercanaid, Merthyr Tydfil.

Merthyr Tydfil · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Abercanaid are administered by Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council. View the full Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Abercanaid

Abercanaid is a small village located in the Merthyr Tydfil county borough of Glamorgan, Wales, with a population of approximately 5,060. Positioned 2.5 miles south of Merthyr town centre and near the River Taff, it is bordered by Pentrebach and Troedyrhiw. The village features the Taff Trail, which runs alongside the historic Glamorganshire Canal, highlighting its industrial heritage linked to the transportation of iron and coal during the South Wales Valleys' industrial boom.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £161,853 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Merthyr Tydfil
Parliamentary constituency: Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
LSOA: Merthyr Tydfil 008F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-04.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Abercanaid based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Abercanaid.

- Gethin Woodland Centre A470 Pentrebach To Rhydycar Northbound Abercanaid Merthyr Tydfil CF48 1YZ
Discharge of condition 10 (Woodland Management Plan) of planning permission P/19/0073 for Provision of 36 camping pods and 5 chalets, erection of shower/toilet block and creation of play and picnic ar
Type: Conditions | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2026-04-22
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- 73 Nightingale Street Abercanaid Merthyr Tydfil CF48 1EJ
Single storey rear extension and internal renovations
Type: Heritage | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2026-04-13
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- 73 Nightingale Street Abercanaid Merthyr Tydfil CF48 1EJ
Single storey rear extension
Type: Full | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2026-04-13
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- Colliery Cottage Anthony Grove Abercanaid Merthyr Tydfil CF48 1YU
Creation of a hard standing for parking with associated re-profiling and retaining works
Type: Full | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2026-02-23
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- 3 Donald Street Abercanaid Merthyr Tydfil CF48 1NX
Erection of a garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2026-01-30
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- Gethin Woodland Centre Abercanaid Merthyr Tydfil CF48 1YZ
Discharge of condition 5 (foul drainage) of planning permission P/22/0192 for 29 camping pods, changing village, vehicle workshop, children's play area and associated access, drainage and landscape in
Type: Conditions | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2026-01-20
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- Gethin Woodland Centre Abercanaid Merthyr Tydfil CF48 1YZ
Discharge of condition 7 (Lighting) of planning permission P/19/0073 for the provision of 36 camping pods and 5 chalets, erection of shower/toilet block and creation of play and picnic area. Construct
Type: Conditions | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2026-01-20
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- Land To The West Of Gethin House Newton Street Abercanaid Merthyr Tydfil CF48 1PJ
New dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2024-01-25
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- Gethin Woodland Centre Abercanaid Merthyr Tydfil CF48 1YZ
Discharge of condition 5 (Foul Drainage) of planning permission P/22/0192 relating to the provision of camping facilities.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2023-11-02
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A brief summary of Abercanaid in Merthyr Tydfil

Property prices in Abercanaid show an average sale price of £161,853, 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 Abercanaid a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Abercanaid

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Abercanaid. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

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

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Abercanaid were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (7), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 41% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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