Hawthorn, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hawthorn, Rhondda Cynon Taf.
Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · settlement
Planning applications in Hawthorn 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 Hawthorn
Hawthorn is a village and electoral ward situated in the community of Pontypridd, within the County Borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf, approximately 10 miles northwest of Cardiff. Historically part of the parish of Eglwysilan in Mid Glamorgan, Hawthorn's location and community structure could be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £199,029 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Parliamentary constituency: Pontypridd
- LSOA: Rhondda Cynon Taf 026B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hawthorn.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hawthorn.
- 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 Hawthorn based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Hawthorn.
- - Rhydyfelin Post Office 36 Dyffryn Road Rhydyfelin Pontypridd Rhondda Cynon Taf CF37 5NR
Discharge of Condition 4 Noise impact assessment report of planning permission 24/1117/FUL.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-06-29
View full details - - 69 Sycamore Street Rhydyfelin Pontypridd Rhondda Cynon Taf CF37 5NA
Proposed two storey and single storey extension (amended information received 09/12/2025)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - 23/0908/DIS - Heol Y Celyn Welsh Primary School Holly Street Rhydyfelin Pontypridd CF37 5DB
Discharge of Condition 10, Pedestrian crossing plans
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-08-08
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A brief summary of Hawthorn in Rhondda Cynon Taf
Hawthorn is a village and electoral ward situated in the community of Pontypridd, within the County Borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf, approximately 10 miles northwest of Cardiff. Historically part of the parish of Eglwysilan in Mid Glamorgan, Hawthorn's location and community structure could be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.
Property prices in Hawthorn show an average sale price of £199,029, 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 Hawthorn a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hawthorn 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 Hawthorn
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Hawthorn. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hawthorn may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Hawthorn were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1), telecoms (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Rhydyfelin planning applications
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- Upper Church Village 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.