How long do planning decisions take near Craig-y-Rhacca?

The average planning decision time near Craig-y-Rhacca is 59 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 Craig-y-Rhacca?

The planning approval rate near Craig-y-Rhacca is 60%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Craig-y-Rhacca?

The most common type of planning application near Craig-y-Rhacca is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Craig-y-Rhacca?

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Craig-y-Rhacca, Caerphilly Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Craig-y-Rhacca, Caerphilly.

Caerphilly · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Craig-y-Rhacca are administered by Caerphilly County Borough Council. View the full Caerphilly County Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £246,370 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Caerphilly
Parliamentary constituency: Caerphilly
LSOA: Caerphilly 023D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Craig-y-Rhacca.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Craig-y-Rhacca.

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 Craig-y-Rhacca based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Craig-y-Rhacca.

- Graig-y-rhacca Community Resource Centre 59 - 71 Grays Gardens Graig-y-rhacca Caerphilly CF83 8TQ
Demolish existing flat roof extension to the front and rear lift at Graig Y Rhacca Community Resources Centre to facilitate the conversion of the property into a new residential housing block with 5 N
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2023-12-21
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- Trethomas 33KV Substation Addison Way Graig-y-Rhacca Caerphilly CF83 8WW
Discharge conditions 4 (land drainage) 5 (contamination - scheme to treat) and 6 (contamination - soil import testing) of planning consent 16/1019/FULL (Erect extension to rear of existing substation
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2017-06-14
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- Graig-y-rhacca Community Allotments Addison Way Graig-y-rhacca Machen Caerphilly
Discharge conditions 10 (nature conservation and landscape management plan) and 11 (hedgerow enhancement planting and management plan) of planning consent 14/0133/RET (Retain the allotment site with n
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2017-04-19
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- Trethomas 33KV Substation Addison Way Graig-y-Rhacca Caerphilly CF83 8WW
Erect extension to rear of existing substation to include new 33/11kV switch room building, new 33kV transformer and various items of outdoor electrical apparatus, internal access road, 2.4m high stee
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2016-11-25
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- Graig Y Rhacca Community Allotments Addison Way Graig-Y-Rhacca Caerphilly
Create allotment site, numerous allotment plots, commercial sheds, a car park and access back along with secure fencing and a biodiversity area
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2011-05-10
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A brief summary of Craig-y-Rhacca in Caerphilly

Craig-y-Rhacca is a settlement located in Caerphilly, Wales.

Property prices in Craig-y-Rhacca show an average sale price of £246,370, 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 Craig-y-Rhacca a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Craig-y-Rhacca 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.

Planning Activity in Craig-y-Rhacca

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Craig-y-Rhacca. Of these, 60% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Craig-y-Rhacca.

At 59 days on average, decisions near Craig-y-Rhacca slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Craig-y-Rhacca were full planning applications (3), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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