How long do planning decisions take near Pentrebach?

The average planning decision time near Pentrebach is 36 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 Pentrebach?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Pentrebach?

The most common type of planning application near Pentrebach is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Pentrebach?

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Pentrebach, Merthyr Tydfil Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pentrebach, Merthyr Tydfil.

Merthyr Tydfil · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Pentrebach are administered by Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council. View the full Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Pentrebach

Pentrebach is a village located in Merthyr Tydfil County Borough, Wales, comprising the historic settlements of Lower Pentrebach, Tai-bach, and Duffryn. This area offers a unique blend of local heritage and community, making it relevant for those exploring planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £142,098 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Merthyr Tydfil
Parliamentary constituency: Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
LSOA: Merthyr Tydfil 003B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pentrebach.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Pentrebach based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Pentrebach.

- Trees In Woodland Adjacent To The Taff Trail Close To Park Place Troedyrhiw Merthyr Tydfil CF48 4ET
Group 15 - Fell 2 tagged ash trees showing signs of Ash dieback, Group 16 - Fell 9 tagged ash trees showing signs of class 3 ash dieback and Tree number 25 - Fell Mature ash with health stage 4 diebac
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Travel Inn Duffryn Road Pentrebach Merthyr Tydfil CF48 4BB
Discharge of condition 9 (Non-native Invasive Species Strategy) of planning permission P/24/0133.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2026-01-19
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- Pentrebach Playing Fields Duffryn Road Pentrebach Merthyr Tydfil CF48 4BJ
Discharge of condition 3 (biodiversity enhancement) of planning permission P/25/0304
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2025-12-23
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- Pentrebach Playing Fields Duffryn Road Pentrebach Merthyr Tydfil CF48 4BJ
Erection of 2 no. dugouts
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2025-11-17
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- 11 Anthony Hill Court Pentrebach Merthyr Tydfil CF48 4AZ
Two storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2025-07-23
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- 4 Penlan Street Pentrebach Merthyr Tydfil CF48 4DE
Rebuild ground floor extension and add first floor extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2023-09-06
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A brief summary of Pentrebach in Merthyr Tydfil

Property prices in Pentrebach show an average sale price of £142,098, 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 Pentrebach a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Pentrebach

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Pentrebach. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

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

The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Pentrebach were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (3), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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