How long do planning decisions take near Cwmdare?

The average planning decision time near Cwmdare is 77 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 Cwmdare?

The planning approval rate near Cwmdare is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cwmdare?

The most common type of planning application near Cwmdare is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cwmdare?

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Cwmdare, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cwmdare, Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Cwmdare are administered by Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council. View the full Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Cwmdare

Cwmdare, located near Aberdare in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, has a rich history linked to coal mining. Following the industry's decline in the 1980s, the village has transformed into a key commuter hub for nearby towns such as Aberdare, Merthyr Tydfil, and Pontypridd, as well as the cities of Cardiff and Swansea. This shift presents opportunities for planning applications aimed at accommodating the growing residential and commercial needs of its commuter population.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £168,600 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rhondda Cynon Taf
Parliamentary constituency: Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
LSOA: Rhondda Cynon Taf 005F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cwmdare.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cwmdare.

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 Cwmdare based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Cwmdare.

- 33 Blaen Wern Cwmdare Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 8SD
Proposed two storey side extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-06-02
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- 22 Y Dolydd Cwmdare Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 8EQ
A mixed use comprising residential and a small-scale dog grooming business. The business will operate from a designated room within the property and will be by appointment only. It will only be one do
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-03-27
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- 24 Redwood Drive Cwmdare Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 8RU
Extend garage to front with new door and window, change garage roof from flat to pitched and conversion of garage to bedroom and wet room
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-09-23
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- 6 The Crescent Cwmdare Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 8TN
Demolition of the existing conservatory and prefabricated garage to be replaced with a single-story rear and side extension. This project includes a hip-to-gable conversion and a rear dormer extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-08-23
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- 128 Maesgwyn Cwmdare Aberdare CF44 8TL
Single storey rear/side extension to existing dwelling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-12-22
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23/1450/FUL - 128 Maesgwyn Cwmdare Aberdare CF44 8TL
Single storey rear/side extension to existing dwelling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-12-22
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23/0984/FUL - 12 Cwmdare Road Cwmdare Aberdare CF44 8RD
Proposed two storey rear extension (re-design further to approved planning application 22/1417/10) and garage extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-09-01
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- 57A CEMETERY ROAD, TRECYNON, ABERDARE, CF44 8HT
use me
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-06-08
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23/0471/FUL - 37 Haulwen Cwmdare Aberdare CF44 8RW
Construction of porch to the front
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Cwmdare in Rhondda Cynon Taf

Property prices in Cwmdare show an average sale price of £168,600, 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 Cwmdare a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Cwmdare

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Cwmdare. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Cwmdare.

The average decision period of 77 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Cwmdare were full planning applications (9), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 64% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.

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