Search Pontycymer planning applications

14 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Pontycymer · updated daily · Bridgend County Borough Council

Only 3 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 14 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Land formerly Ffaldau Arms Victoria Street Pontycymmer Bridgend CF32 8LLAwaiting decisionNon material amendment to P/25/448/RLX (To ensure consistency between the approved plans and the development as it is being built, following the agreement of a revised drainage scheme with the Council's Sustainable Drainage Approval Body.)Non material amendmentReceived 12 Oct 2026P/26/559/NMA
217 Oxford Street, Pontycymer, CF32 8DGApprovedChange of use from dwellinghouse (use class C3) to 4 bed House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) (use class C4)Full Planning ApplicationReceived 17 Jun 2026Decided 15 Oct 2026P/26/327/FUL
4 Albany Road, Pontycymer, CF32 8HEAwaiting decisionVariation of condition 1 of P/24/51/FUL and the substitution of amended plans for a single storey rear extension (reduced scale)Remove/vary condition/sReceived 10 Jun 2026P/26/315/RLX
7 Tymeinwr Avenue, Blaengarw, CF32 8NEAwaiting decisionFirst floor rear extension and renovations/re-building existing single storey extension including new flat roofFull Planning ApplicationReceived 1 Jun 2026P/26/293/FUL
122 Oxford Street, Pontycymer, CF32 8DFApprovedProposed front access improvements to include landing, retaining wall and vertical liftFull Planning ApplicationReceived 20 May 2026Decided 21 Sep 2026P/26/280/FUL

Planning in Pontycymer

Approved: 83%; 15 of 16 decided
Decision time: about 18 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Pontycymer in the last 24 months, from Bridgend County Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Pontycymer

Postcode districts

CF32 101 applications in the last 12 monthsCF31 142 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Bridgend County Borough Council

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About Pontycymer

Pontycymer, located in the Garw Valley of Bridgend County Borough, is a former mining village approximately 7 miles (11 km) north of Bridgend. This area offers a unique historical context for planning applications, reflecting its industrial heritage and potential for development within the picturesque valley setting.

Property prices in Pontycymer show an average sale price of £268,124, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Pontycymer 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 Pontycymer 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, Pontycymer 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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In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Pontycymer. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 123 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (8), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pontycymer?

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Pontycymer. The approval rate is 83%.

How long do planning decisions take near Pontycymer?

The average planning decision time near Pontycymer is 123 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 Pontycymer?

The planning approval rate near Pontycymer is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Pontycymer?

The most common type of planning application near Pontycymer is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Pontycymer?

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