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Planning in Caerau

No decisions near Caerau in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Caerau

Postcode districts

CF34 51 applications in the last 12 monthsSA13 85 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bridgend County Borough Council

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About Caerau

Caerau is a historic former mining village situated in the Llynfi Valley, approximately 2 miles north of Maesteg town in Bridgend County Borough, Wales. Encircled by mountainous landscapes and forests, it serves as a boundary between Bridgend County and Neath Port Talbot, with Croeserw and Cymmer to the north and Dyffryn and Spelter to the south in Nantyffyllon. This unique location may present various opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Caerau 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 Caerau 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, Caerau 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 Caerau, 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 Caerau.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Caerau?
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Caerau.
What types of planning applications are most common near Caerau?
The most common type of planning application near Caerau is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Caerau?
You can search and track planning applications near Caerau on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.