Markham, Caerphilly Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Markham, Caerphilly.
Caerphilly · Wales · settlement
Planning applications in Markham are administered by Caerphilly County Borough Council. View the full Caerphilly County Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
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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Area Information
- Admin district: Caerphilly
- Parliamentary constituency: Newport West and Islwyn
- LSOA: Caerphilly 006E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
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
3 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
View full details - - 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
View full details - - Communication Mast 92642 Heol-Y-Bedw-Hirion Markham
Replace existing 15m monopole mast and associated compound, and the installation of a replacement base station which includes a 25m lattice, sharable mast, 6 no. antennas, 2 no. 600mm diameter dishes,
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2023-03-21
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A brief summary of Markham in Caerphilly
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.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Markham a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Markham 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 Markham
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Markham. Of these, 60% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 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 42 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 (4), outline applications (3), amendments (1). 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, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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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.