How long do planning decisions take near Pentwyn Berthlwyd?

The average planning decision time near Pentwyn Berthlwyd is 66 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 Pentwyn Berthlwyd?

The planning approval rate near Pentwyn Berthlwyd is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Pentwyn Berthlwyd?

The most common type of planning application near Pentwyn Berthlwyd is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Pentwyn Berthlwyd?

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Pentwyn Berthlwyd, Merthyr Tydfil Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pentwyn Berthlwyd, Merthyr Tydfil.

Merthyr Tydfil · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Pentwyn Berthlwyd 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.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £152,608 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Merthyr Tydfil
Parliamentary constituency: Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
LSOA: Merthyr Tydfil 006A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Pentwyn Berthlwyd based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Pentwyn Berthlwyd.

- 11 Heather Court Quakers Yard Treharris CF46 5RP
Discharge of condition 4 (biodiversity enhancement) of planning permission P/25/0129 for two storey rear extension
Type: Conditions | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2026-06-02
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- 25 Heather Court Quakers Yard Treharris CF46 5RP
Erection of single storey extension
Type: Full | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2026-05-12
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- 20 Shire Court Quakers Yard Treharris CF46 5HJ
Front porch extension
Type: Full | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2026-04-09
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- 35 Heol Y Glyn Treharris CF46 5RX
Single storey front garage extension, new vehicular access and boundary wall
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2026-03-13
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- 35 Heol Y Glyn Treharris CF46 5RX
Single storey front garage extension
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2026-01-09
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- Tirnant Brooklands Nelson Treharris CF46 6DR
Seek approval of a non-material amendment to planning consent 20/1088/FULL (Demolish existing dwelling and erection of new dwelling) to amend trigger points in relation to condition 04 (Bat Activity S
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2026-01-02
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- 16 Heol Y Glyn Treharris CF46 5RX
Single storey extension to rear and first floor side extension above garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2025-11-24
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- Star Ballroom Shingrig Road Nelson Treharris CF46 6DU
Seek approval of a non-material amendment to planning consent 23/0467/FULL (Demolish the existing building and erect a single storey two- bedroom bungalow) to change 2 No. patio doors to the rear into
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Caerphilly | Date: 2025-05-23
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- Land At Ty LLwyd Farm Ty Llwyd Parc Quakers Yard Treharris
Variation of conditions 2 and 3 of outline planning permission P/21/0020 to extend the time period for the commencement of development and for the submission of reserved matters
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2024-10-11
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A brief summary of Pentwyn Berthlwyd in Merthyr Tydfil

Pentwyn Berthlwyd is a settlement located in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales.

Property prices in Pentwyn Berthlwyd show an average sale price of £152,608, 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 Pentwyn Berthlwyd a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pentwyn Berthlwyd 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 Pentwyn Berthlwyd

In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Pentwyn Berthlwyd. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 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 Pentwyn Berthlwyd.

At 66 days on average, decisions near Pentwyn Berthlwyd slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Pentwyn Berthlwyd were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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