How long do planning decisions take near Rhiwinder?

The average planning decision time near Rhiwinder is 64 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 Rhiwinder?

The planning approval rate near Rhiwinder is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rhiwinder?

The most common type of planning application near Rhiwinder is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rhiwinder?

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Rhiwinder, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rhiwinder, Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Rhiwinder 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 Rhiwinder

Tonyrefail is a village and community located in Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough, Wales, at the head of the River Ely. Just 4 miles northwest of Llantrisant and close to Trebanog and Williamstown, this area transformed from a rural hamlet into an industrial village during the late 19th century, driven by the coal and steel industries. With a population of 11,035 recorded in the 2001 census, Tonyrefail presents a unique landscape for planning applications, reflecting its historical development and current community needs.

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Area Information

Admin district: Rhondda Cynon Taf
Parliamentary constituency: Rhondda and Ogmore
LSOA: Rhondda Cynon Taf 024D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rhiwinder.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Rhiwinder based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Rhiwinder in Rhondda Cynon Taf

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Rhiwinder a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Rhiwinder

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Rhiwinder. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 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 Rhiwinder.

At 64 days on average, decisions near Rhiwinder slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Rhiwinder were full planning applications (5). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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