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Planning in Melin Caiach

Approved
84%
57 of 67 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Melin Caiach in the last 24 months, from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council's planning register.

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About Melin Caiach

Melin Caiach is a settlement located in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales.

Property prices in Melin Caiach show an average sale price of £162,173, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Melin Caiach area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Melin Caiach a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Melin Caiach 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Melin Caiach, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 76 planning applications were submitted near Melin Caiach. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (41), discharge of conditions (12), listed building and heritage (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Melin Caiach?
In the last 24 months, 76 planning applications were submitted near Melin Caiach. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Melin Caiach?
The average planning decision time near Melin Caiach is 50 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 Melin Caiach?
The planning approval rate near Melin Caiach is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Melin Caiach?
The most common type of planning application near Melin Caiach is full planning applications, with 41 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Melin Caiach?
You can search and track planning applications near Melin Caiach on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.