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Planning in Dowlais Top

Approved
92%
24 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Dowlais Top

Dowlais Top is a settlement located in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Dowlais Top 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 Dowlais Top 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, Dowlais Top 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 Dowlais Top, 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, 29 planning applications were submitted near Dowlais Top. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (5), advertising consent (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dowlais Top?
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Dowlais Top. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Dowlais Top?
The average planning decision time near Dowlais Top is 36 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 Dowlais Top?
The planning approval rate near Dowlais Top is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dowlais Top?
The most common type of planning application near Dowlais Top is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dowlais Top?
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