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Planning in Rhondda

Only 2 decisions near Rhondda in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Rhondda

Postcode districts

CF41 12 applications in the last 12 monthsCF42 31 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council

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About Rhondda

Rhondda, located in Rhondda Cynon Taf, is a historic coalmining region in South Wales, named after the River Rhondda and encompassing the larger Rhondda Fawr and the smaller Rhondda Fach valleys. Once a local government district until 1996, it is now part of the wider county borough and is home to about 69,506 residents. The area is renowned for its rich coalmining heritage, which thrived from 1840 to 1925, as well as its vibrant Nonconformist traditions, male voice choirs, and active involvement in sport and politics, making it a significant area for planning and community development.

Property prices in Rhondda show an average sale price of £141,153, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rhondda 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 Rhondda 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, Rhondda 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 Rhondda, 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, 5 planning applications were submitted near Rhondda.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rhondda?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Rhondda.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rhondda?
The most common type of planning application near Rhondda is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rhondda?
You can search and track planning applications near Rhondda on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.