How long do planning decisions take near Markham?

The average planning decision time near Markham is 43 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 Markham?

The planning approval rate near Markham is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Markham?

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

How can I track planning applications near Markham?

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Markham, Caerphilly Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Markham, Caerphilly.

Caerphilly · Wales · settlement

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About Markham

Markham is a quaint village located in the South Wales Valleys within Caerphilly County Borough, just northeast of Bargoed. Accessible via the B4511 road from Aberbargoed, it connects to the A4048 north of Argoed. Nestled alongside the Sirhowy River, Markham had a population of approximately 1,495 residents as of 2011, making it a small yet vibrant community for potential planning applications and developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £229,159 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Caerphilly
Parliamentary constituency: Caerphilly
LSOA: Caerphilly 011C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Markham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Markham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Markham.

- Amberley 6 Cherry Trees Markham Blackwood NP12 0QW
Obtain a Lawful Development Certificate for proposed loft conversion with rear flat roof dormer
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2026-02-27
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- Land At Grid Ref 316591 201100 Heol-Y-Bedw-Hirion Markham
Erect 1 pair of 2-bed detached dwelling houses
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2023-10-03
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A brief summary of Markham in Caerphilly

Property prices in Markham show an average sale price of £229,159, 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 Markham a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Markham

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Markham. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Markham.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Markham were full planning applications (3), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 50% 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.

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