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Planning in Thomastown

Approved
95%
18 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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About Thomastown

Thomastown is a village situated within the community of Tonyrefail in Rhondda Cynon Taf, South Wales. Located to the south of Tonyrefail in the 'Tonyrefail West' electoral ward, it lies along the A4119 in the Ely Valley, making it an area of interest for local planning applications.

Property prices in Thomastown show an average sale price of £178,614, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Thomastown 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 Thomastown 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, Thomastown 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 Thomastown, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Thomastown. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (5), telecoms (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Thomastown?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Thomastown. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Thomastown?
The average planning decision time near Thomastown is 83 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 Thomastown?
The planning approval rate near Thomastown is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Thomastown?
The most common type of planning application near Thomastown is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Thomastown?
You can search and track planning applications near Thomastown on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.