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Planning in Aberdare/Aberdar

Approved
96%
71 of 73 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Aberdare/Aberdar in the last 24 months, from Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council's planning register.

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About Aberdare/Aberdar

Aberdare/Aberdar is a town located in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Aberdare/Aberdar area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Aberdare/Aberdar 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, Aberdare/Aberdar 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 Aberdare/Aberdar, 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, 97 planning applications were submitted near Aberdare/Aberdar. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (40), discharge of conditions (27), amendments (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Aberdare/Aberdar?
In the last 24 months, 97 planning applications were submitted near Aberdare/Aberdar. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Aberdare/Aberdar?
The average planning decision time near Aberdare/Aberdar is 75 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 Aberdare/Aberdar?
The planning approval rate near Aberdare/Aberdar is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Aberdare/Aberdar?
The most common type of planning application near Aberdare/Aberdar is full planning applications, with 40 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Aberdare/Aberdar?
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