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Planning in Aberfan

Only 5 decisions near Aberfan in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Aberfan

Aberfan is a historic village located in the Taff Valley, approximately 4 miles south of Merthyr Tydfil, Wales. Once a vibrant coal mining community, Aberfan's heritage and development opportunities may be of particular interest to those researching planning applications in the area.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Aberfan 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, Aberfan 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 Aberfan, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Aberfan.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Aberfan?
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Aberfan.
What types of planning applications are most common near Aberfan?
The most common type of planning application near Aberfan is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Aberfan?
You can search and track planning applications near Aberfan on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.