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Planning in Risca

Only 7 decisions near Risca in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Risca

Risca is a town located in the Caerphilly County Borough of south-east Wales, historically part of Monmouthshire. With a population of approximately 11,700, it is divided into two distinct communities: Risca East and Risca West. This growing town may present various opportunities for planning applications and development initiatives.

Property prices in Risca show an average sale price of £209,417, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Risca 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 Risca 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, Risca 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 Risca, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Risca.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), amendments (5), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Risca?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Risca.
What types of planning applications are most common near Risca?
The most common type of planning application near Risca is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Risca?
You can search and track planning applications near Risca on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.