Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taf.
Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · Town
Planning applications in Porth are administered by Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council. View the full Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Porth
Porth is a town and community located in the county borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, serving as a vital gateway between the Rhondda Fawr and Rhondda Fach valleys. Nestled in the picturesque Rhondda Valley, Porth's name, derived from the Welsh word for "gate," reflects its significant geographical position. The community is predominantly English-speaking, making it an accessible area for planning applications and developments.
Population: 5,668 (2021)
District: Rhondda Cynon Taf
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £178,614 (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 023G
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Porth.
- 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 Porth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Porth.
- - Wyndham Constitutional Club 69 Cymmer Road Porth Rhondda Cynon Taf CF39 9BE
Refurbishment and conversion of property to create of a total of nine residential units along with the provision of cycle storage and refuse/recycling facilities.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-05-27
View full details - - 17 River Terrace Porth Rhondda Cynon Taf CF39 9LS
Second Storey Rear Extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 53 Caemawr Gardens Porth Rhondda Cynon Taf CF39 9DB
Proposed Two Storey Side Extension with Porch and Retaining Wall forming a Driveway (partially retrospective).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-01-15
View full details - - Cafe Royal 39 Hannah Street Porth Rhondda Cynon Taf CF39 9RB
Conversion of upper floors of an existing building to create 3no. flats with rear dormer roof extension (Amended plans received 03/12/2025).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-10-28
View full details - - Llwyncelyn Hotel Llwyncelyn Road Porth Rhondda Cynon Taf CF39 9SH
Change of use of storage building to provide bed and breakfast accommodation. (Bat Survey Received 08/09/2025)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-09-05
View full details - 23/1280/FUL - 22 High Street Cymer Porth CF39 9AB
Change of use - betting office to flat
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-11-10
View full details - 23/5065/PRE - Lloyds TSB 1 Station Street Porth CF39 9NR
PRE APP
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-07-21
View full details - 23/0801/DIS - Former Ymca Building Pontypridd Road Porth CF39 9LS
Discharge of condition 5 (Construction Method Statement) of 10/1172/10
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-07-12
View full details - 23/0660/FUL - 24 Penmain Street Porth CF39 0DG
Rear extension to form kitchen and bedroom
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-06-22
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A brief summary of Porth in Rhondda Cynon Taf
Porth is a town and community located in the county borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, serving as a vital gateway between the Rhondda Fawr and Rhondda Fach valleys. Nestled in the picturesque Rhondda Valley, Porth's name, derived from the Welsh word for "gate," reflects its significant geographical position. The community is predominantly English-speaking, making it an accessible area for planning applications and developments. The Town has a population of approximately 5,668 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rhondda Cynon Taf district.
Property prices in Porth show an average sale price of £178,614, 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 Porth a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Porth 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 Porth
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Porth. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 90 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 Porth.
The average decision period of 90 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 Porth were full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (4), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 47% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 15 smaller schemes were submitted.
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