How long do planning decisions take near Penrhys?

The average planning decision time near Penrhys is 61 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 Penrhys?

The planning approval rate near Penrhys is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Penrhys?

The most common type of planning application near Penrhys is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Penrhys?

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Penrhys, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Penrhys, Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · settlement

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About Penrhys

Penrhys is a village located in the county borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, perched at an elevation of approximately 1,100 feet above sea level. Overlooking the scenic valleys of Rhondda Fawr and Rhondda Fach, it forms part of the Tylorstown district and has historically served as a significant Christian pilgrimage site, especially since the late 16th century and following the Catholic Emancipation in 1829. This unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance makes Penrhys an intriguing area for potential planning applications.

District: Rhondda Cynon Taf

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £93,707 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rhondda Cynon Taf
Parliamentary constituency: Rhondda and Ogmore
LSOA: Rhondda Cynon Taf 013B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Penrhys.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Penrhys based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Penrhys.

- Land Opposite 112- 113 East Road Tylorstown Ferndale Rhondda Cynon Taf CF43 3BS
Proposed detached double garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-05-21
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- Land Opposite 24 Brynheulog Terrace Tylorstown Ferndale Rhondda Cynon Taf CF43 3DW
Construction of a dwelling.(Amended Plans and Redline Boundary received 18/06/25)(Preliminary Ecological Assessment received 05/09/25)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-05-07
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- Gwynfryn Brynbedw Road Tylorstown Ferndale CF43 3AE
Discharge of conditions 4 - biodiversity enhancement, 5 - management plan (23/1207/10)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-05-16
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- GWYNFRYN, BRYNBEDW ROAD, TYLORSTOWN, FERNDALE, CF43 3AE
Discharge of conditions 4 - biodiversity enhancement, 5 - management plan (23/1207/10)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-05-16
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- FORMER HENDREFADOG SCHOOL SITE, PARK STREET, TYLORSTOWN, FERNDALE, CF43 3DG
Proposed construction of 4 no. four bedroom detached dwellings (as phase 1 of an intended 24 house development)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2022-06-22
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18/0310/RVOC - Old School Site Hendrefadog Tylorstown
Variation of Condition 1 of planning permission 09/1088/15.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2018-03-21
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- Old School Site Hendrefadog Tylorstown
Variation of Condition 1 of planning permission 09/1088/15.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2018-03-21
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- LAND ADJACENT TO 49 GWERNLLWYN TERRACE, TYLORSTOWN, FERNDALE, CF43 3DP.
Discharge of condition 7 of planning permission 14/1544/38 - drainage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2014-11-21
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A brief summary of Penrhys in Rhondda Cynon Taf

Property prices in Penrhys show an average sale price of £93,707, 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 Penrhys a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Penrhys

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Penrhys. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 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 Penrhys.

At 61 days on average, decisions near Penrhys slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Penrhys were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (2). 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 large-scale (major) development, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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