How long do planning decisions take near Hopkinstown?

The average planning decision time near Hopkinstown is 62 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 Hopkinstown?

The planning approval rate near Hopkinstown is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hopkinstown?

The most common type of planning application near Hopkinstown is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hopkinstown?

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Hopkinstown, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hopkinstown, Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · settlement

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About Hopkinstown

Hopkinstown is a quaint village located west of Pontypridd in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, nestled beside the River Rhondda. Once a vibrant coalmining and industrial hub, it now serves as a district within Pontypridd in the Rhondda electoral ward. The village is bordered by Pwllgwaun, Trehafod, and Pantygraigwen, as well as the sub-districts of Troed-Rhiw-Trwyn and Gyfeillion, making it a key area for planning applications and developments in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £192,169 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rhondda Cynon Taf
Parliamentary constituency: Pontypridd
LSOA: Rhondda Cynon Taf 021D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hopkinstown.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hopkinstown based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Hopkinstown.

- 1 Heol-y-deri Graig-wen Pontypridd Rhondda Cynon Taf CF37 2ED
Rear single story extension and garage conversion.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-03-08
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- 2 Whiterock Close Graig-wen Pontypridd Rhondda Cynon Taf CF37 2EN
Proposed front dormer extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-11-28
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- Parcel Of Land Accessed Off Quarry Road. Located Between Danylan Road To The South And Bryn Eglwys To The North.
Demolition of existing workshop building, and proposed development of 17no. affordable dwellings, access, car parking, sustainable drainage, diversion of existing public right of way and associated wo
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-11-12
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- 3 Whiterock Close Graig-wen Pontypridd Rhondda Cynon Taf CF37 2EN
Proposed dormer extensions.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-12-23
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- 35 Whiterock Drive Graig-wen Pontypridd Rhondda Cynon Taf CF37 2HA
First floor dormer extension to front elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-10-27
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- St Davids Church House Whiterock Avenue GraigwenPontypridd CF37 2EL
Change of use, division, re-modelling and roof extension of Church House to form two, three bedroom flats.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-09-13
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23/1023/FUL - 135 Hopkinstown Road Hopkinstown Pontypridd CF37 2PT
Retention and completion of single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-09-08
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A brief summary of Hopkinstown in Rhondda Cynon Taf

Property prices in Hopkinstown show an average sale price of £192,169, 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 Hopkinstown a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Hopkinstown

In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Hopkinstown. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

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

At 62 days on average, decisions near Hopkinstown slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Hopkinstown were full planning applications (10), listed building and heritage (4), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 5 medium-scale applications, 20 smaller schemes were submitted.

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