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Planning in Abercanaid

Approved
100%
24 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Abercanaid in the last 24 months, from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Abercanaid

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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.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Abercanaid a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Abercanaid, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Abercanaid. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (7), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Abercanaid?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Abercanaid. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Abercanaid?
The average planning decision time near Abercanaid is 82 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 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?
You can search and track planning applications near Abercanaid on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.