Robertstown, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Robertstown, Rhondda Cynon Taf.
Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · settlement
About Robertstown
Aberdare, located in the Cynon Valley of Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, is a town with a population of 39,550. Situated at the confluence of the Rivers Dare and Cynon, it lies 4 miles south-west of Merthyr Tydfil and 20 miles north-west of Cardiff. Historically a vibrant industrial hub in the 19th century, Aberdare also played a significant role in cultural and publishing activities, making it an area of interest for those exploring planning applications and development opportunities.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £168,600 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Parliamentary constituency: Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
- LSOA: Rhondda Cynon Taf 002B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Robertstown.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Robertstown.
- 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 Robertstown based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
146 planning applications found near Robertstown.
- - Plot 7A Ailsa, Moss Place, Aber-Nant Aberdare CF44 0YU
Discharge of conditions 4 (Moss Place tie-in), 5 (contamination) and 10 (Broadband Infrastructure) of previously approved planning application 24/1109/FUL for the construction of one dwelling with det
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - Land Is Between Abernant Road And Forge Trip, Abernant
Outline planning application for two proposed dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - Former Aberdare Hospital Site Off Abernant Road Aberdare CF44 0RF
Proposed non-material amendment application to vary Condition 2 (Approved Plans) of planning permission 22/0676/10
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-12-09
View full details - - Tesco Superstore Depot Road Gadlys Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 8DL
Proposed new double canopy above with galvanized steel post for support and 13x new bollards.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-08-29
View full details - - The Former Aberdare General Hospital Abernant Road Abernant Aberdare CF44 0RF
Discharge of Fifth Schedule (Habitat Management Plan) of Section 106 Agreement of Planning Permission 22/0676/10
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-08-13
View full details - - Former Aberdare Hospital Site Off Abernant Road Aberdare CF44 0RF
Discharge of Condition 8 (Levels) of planning permission 22/0676/10.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-08-13
View full details - - Former Aberdare General Hospital Abernant Road Aber-nant Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf
Partial Discharge of Conditions 17 and 21 (Verification) of planning permission 22/0676/10
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-08-01
View full details - - Former Aberdare General Hospital Abernant Road Aber-nant Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf
Discharge of Condition 16 and 20 (Contamination) and 22 (Long Term Monitoring) of planning permission 22/0676/10 (Additional Info Rec. 10/03/26)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-08-01
View full details - - Former Aberdare Hospital Site Off Abernant Road Aberdare CF44 0RF
Discharge of Condition 15 Lighting of planning permission 22/0676/FUL (Additional Info. 18/12/25)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-06-02
View full details - - 15 Bridge Street Robertstown Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 8EU
First floor rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-05-20
View full details - - Parcel Of Land To North Of Tesco Ltd And Contained Between 29, Tudor Terrace, Gadlys, Aberdare And The Aberdare Bypass Highway
Outline planning permission with all matters reserved for the construction of a detached dwelling and garage.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-05-15
View full details - - Former Aberdare Hospital Site Off Abernant Road Aberdare CF44 0RF
Discharge of Conditions 31 (Engineering Detials and Design Highways Works) of planning permission 22/0676/10 (Amended Plans Rec. 17/10/25)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-04-11
View full details - - Former Aberdare Hospital Site Off Abernant Road Aberdare CF44 0RF
Discharge of Condition 11 (Drainage) of planning permission 22/0676/10 (Additional Info Rec. 12/12/25)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-04-11
View full details - - Former Aberdare Hospital Site Off Abernant Road Aberdare CF44 0RF
Discharge of Condition 33 (Off-Site Highways Work) of planning permission 22/0676/10.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-04-11
View full details - - Former Aberdare Hospital Site Off Abernant Road Aberdare CF44 0RF
Discharge of Condition 35 (Travel Plan) of planning permission 22/0676/10.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-04-11
View full details - - Former Aberdare General Hospital Abernant Road Aber-nant Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf
Proposed non material amendment application to amend the description of development and to vary condition 2 (approved plans) of planning permission 22 0676 FUL to allow for amendments to the basins ar
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-02-13
View full details - - Plot 7A Ailsa, Moss Place, Aber-Nant Aberdare CF44 0YU
1 No. detached dwelling, with detached garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-11-03
View full details - - Former Aberdare General Hospital Site Abernant Road Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 0RF
Discharge of Condition 26 2303FPA.LS.001- Overall Landscape Layout, 2303FPA.LS.002- Landscape layout 1 of 2, 2303FPA.LS.003- Landscape layout 2 of 2 & 2303FPA.LS.004 & Landscape Specification Schedule
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-09-09
View full details - - 13 Moss Row Aber-nant Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 0AJ
Demolish existing garage and build it on the opposite side of the front garden.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-08-13
View full details - 24/0712/FUL - 9 FORGE TRIP, ABER-NANT, ABERDARE, CF44 0RW.
Refurbishment and construction of a Two storey extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-07-04
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A brief summary of Robertstown in Rhondda Cynon Taf
Aberdare, located in the Cynon Valley of Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, is a town with a population of 39,550. Situated at the confluence of the Rivers Dare and Cynon, it lies 4 miles south-west of Merthyr Tydfil and 20 miles north-west of Cardiff. Historically a vibrant industrial hub in the 19th century, Aberdare also played a significant role in cultural and publishing activities, making it an area of interest for those exploring planning applications and development opportunities.
Property prices in Robertstown show an average sale price of £168,600, 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 Robertstown a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Robertstown 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 Robertstown
In the last 24 months, 81 planning applications were submitted near Robertstown. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Robertstown may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 74 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Robertstown were full planning applications (36), discharge of conditions (28), outline applications (5). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 27 medium-scale applications, 52 smaller schemes were submitted.
16 planning appeals were lodged, of which 7 were allowed and 9 were dismissed (44% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 57 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 21 applications
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