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Planning in Quaker's Yard

Approved
87%
48 of 53 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Quaker's Yard in the last 24 months, from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council's planning register.

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About Quaker's Yard

Quaker's Yard is a village located in the Merthyr Tydfil County Borough, nestled at the confluence of the Taff Bargoed Valley and the Taff Valley. As part of the Treharris community, it presents a unique blend of local heritage and potential for development, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications.

Property prices in Quaker's Yard show an average sale price of £162,173, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Quaker's Yard 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 Quaker's Yard 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, Quaker's Yard 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near Quaker's Yard, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Quaker's Yard. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (33), discharge of conditions (12), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Quaker's Yard?
In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Quaker's Yard. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Quaker's Yard?
The average planning decision time near Quaker's Yard is 51 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 Quaker's Yard?
The planning approval rate near Quaker's Yard is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Quaker's Yard?
The most common type of planning application near Quaker's Yard is full planning applications, with 33 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Quaker's Yard?
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