How long do planning decisions take near Edwardsville?

The average planning decision time near Edwardsville is 57 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 Edwardsville?

The planning approval rate near Edwardsville is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Edwardsville?

The most common type of planning application near Edwardsville is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Edwardsville?

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Edwardsville, Merthyr Tydfil Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Edwardsville, Merthyr Tydfil.

Merthyr Tydfil · Wales · settlement

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About Edwardsville

Edwardsville, situated within the community of Treharris in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, is served by Quakers Yard railway station, which is part of the Merthyr Line. Transport for Wales operates passenger services from this station, making it a key transport link for residents and those researching planning applications in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £152,608 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Merthyr Tydfil
Parliamentary constituency: Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
LSOA: Merthyr Tydfil 007C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Edwardsville.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Edwardsville based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Edwardsville.

- 3 Treharne Park Treharris CF46 5PQ
Side extension to provide accessible bedroom with en-suite and a front porch extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2023-12-22
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A brief summary of Edwardsville in Merthyr Tydfil

Property prices in Edwardsville show an average sale price of £152,608, 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 Edwardsville a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Edwardsville

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Edwardsville. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Edwardsville may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Edwardsville slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Edwardsville were full planning applications (2), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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