Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taf.
Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · Town
Planning applications in Ferndale 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 Ferndale
Ferndale, situated in the Rhondda Valley of Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, is a town and community known for its historical industrial significance. Established in the mid-19th century, it became the first area in the valley to undergo intensive industrialisation, with its first coal mine shaft being sunk in 1857. Surrounded by the villages of Blaenllechau, Maerdy, and Tylorstown, Ferndale's rich industrial heritage may influence current planning applications and developments in the region.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £87,864 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Parliamentary constituency: Rhondda and Ogmore
- LSOA: Rhondda Cynon Taf 009B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ferndale.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ferndale.
- 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 Ferndale based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Ferndale.
- - Garages At Maxwell Street Ferndale Rhondda Cynon Taf CF43 4RT
To vary wording of condition 3 and 6 to alter the timing element of the conditions from " Prior to the commencement to "Prior to occupation/within 1 month of the date of this permission" of planning p
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-06-25
View full details - 24/0200/FUL - 8 Tudor Street Ferndale CF43 4LL
Two storey extension and a single garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-02-23
View full details - - 63 HIGH STREET, FERNDALE, CF43 4RR
PRE APP ADVICE
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-06-16
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A brief summary of Ferndale in Rhondda Cynon Taf
Ferndale, situated in the Rhondda Valley of Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, is a town and community known for its historical industrial significance. Established in the mid-19th century, it became the first area in the valley to undergo intensive industrialisation, with its first coal mine shaft being sunk in 1857. Surrounded by the villages of Blaenllechau, Maerdy, and Tylorstown, Ferndale's rich industrial heritage may influence current planning applications and developments in the region.
Property prices in Ferndale show an average sale price of £87,864, 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 Ferndale a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ferndale 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 Ferndale
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Ferndale. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ferndale may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Ferndale were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 33% 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, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Blaenllechau planning applications
- Ystrad planning applications
- Penrhys planning applications
- Tylorstown planning applications
- Rhondda planning applications
- Pontygwaith planning applications
- Stanleytown planning applications
- Maerdy planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.