How long do planning decisions take near Pontyclun?

The average planning decision time near Pontyclun is 89 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 Pontyclun?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Pontyclun?

The most common type of planning application near Pontyclun is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Pontyclun?

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Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · settlement

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About Pontyclun

Pontyclun is a vibrant town and community situated in the county borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales. Known for its strategic location and growing residential areas, it presents various opportunities for planning applications, making it a focal point for development in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £254,360 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rhondda Cynon Taf
Parliamentary constituency: Cardiff West
LSOA: Rhondda Cynon Taf 031C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Pontyclun based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Pontyclun.

- Flat 14C Cowbridge Road Pontyclun Rhondda Cynon Taf CF72 9ED
Change of use of first floor office accomodation (Class B1) located above a ground floor retail unit, to a reformer Pilates studio (Class D2).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-01-25
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- Hennapyn Cowbridge Road Pontyclun Rhondda Cynon Taf CF72 9BS
Single story rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-05-18
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- 25 Millfield Pontyclun CF72 9DG
Proposed internal alterations to the existing bungalow to adapt the floor plan to include removal of existing roof, new raised ridge level and new first floor bedrooms created with dormers located fro
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-03-28
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- Pontyclun Primary School Heol-y-felin Pontyclun Rhondda Cynon Taf CF72 9BE
Discharge of Condition 13 (Validation Report) of planning permission 21/1669/FUL.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-02-21
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- 81 Cowbridge Road Pontyclun Rhondda Cynon Taf CF72 9EB
Replacement garage and boundary treatment to the side and rear boundaries.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-01-15
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- 16 Castan Road Pontyclun Rhondda Cynon Taf CF72 9EH
Single storey extension to the rear of the property
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-12-01
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- 8 Heol Miskin Pontyclun Rhondda Cynon Taf CF72 9AJ
Single storey extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-11-02
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24/0425/FUL - 41 Heol Miskin Pont-Y-Clun Pontyclun CF72 9AJ
Vehicular access onto a classified road, hardstanding and garden landscaping and engineering works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-04-26
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24/0410/FUL - Culfa 5 Clun Avenue Pont-Y-Clun Pontyclun CF72 9AG
Changes to front elevation - new front door position, internal changes to dwelling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-04-24
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A brief summary of Pontyclun in Rhondda Cynon Taf

Property prices in Pontyclun show an average sale price of £254,360, 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 Pontyclun a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Pontyclun

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Pontyclun. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 89 days.

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

The average decision period of 89 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Pontyclun were full planning applications (8), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 62% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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