How long do planning decisions take near Maerdy?

The average planning decision time near Maerdy is 40 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 Maerdy?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Maerdy?

The most common type of planning application near Maerdy is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Maerdy?

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Maerdy, Carmarthenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Maerdy, Carmarthenshire.

Carmarthenshire · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Maerdy are administered by Carmarthenshire County Council. View the full Carmarthenshire County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Maerdy

Maerdy is a village and community located in the county borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, at the head of the picturesque Rhondda Fach Valley. As part of the historic county of Glamorgan, it offers a unique blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it an interesting area for planning applications and development projects.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £367,289 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Carmarthenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Caerfyrddin
LSOA: Carmarthenshire 004D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Maerdy.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Maerdy based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Maerdy.

- Talardd, Golden Grove, Carmarthen, SA32 8NN
Steel portal framed building
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2026-03-10
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- 99 Heol Cennen, Ffairfach, Llandeilo, SA19 6UW
Proposed alterations and 2 storey rear and side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2024-07-05
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A brief summary of Maerdy in Carmarthenshire

Property prices in Maerdy show an average sale price of £367,289, 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 Maerdy a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Maerdy 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 Maerdy

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Maerdy. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

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

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Maerdy were outline applications (3), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1).

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