How long do planning decisions take near Tonypandy?

The average planning decision time near Tonypandy is 37 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 Tonypandy?

The planning approval rate near Tonypandy is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Tonypandy?

The most common type of planning application near Tonypandy is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Tonypandy?

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Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · Town

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About Tonypandy

Tonypandy, situated in the Rhondda Fawr Valley of Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, is a town and community with a rich industrial heritage, primarily known for its coal mining history. The town gained historical significance during the 1910 Tonypandy riots, which marked a pivotal moment in its development. Today, Tonypandy serves as an important locale for planning applications, reflecting its evolving character within the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £131,926 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rhondda Cynon Taf
Parliamentary constituency: Rhondda and Ogmore
LSOA: Rhondda Cynon Taf 018E

Crime Statistics

103 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 58
public-order: 15
anti-social-behaviour: 8
criminal-damage-arson: 5
shoplifting: 5
other-crime: 4
drugs: 2
vehicle-crime: 2
burglary: 1
other-theft: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Tonypandy.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Tonypandy based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Tonypandy.

- Big Shed Dunraven Street Tonypandy CF40 1AP
Discharge of condition 4 (retaining wall survey) of application 21/1546/10.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-01-21
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- 33 Dunraven Street Tonypandy Rhondda Cynon Taf CF40 1AL
Fascia and projecting sign
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-12-24
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- 33 Dunraven Street Tonypandy Rhondda Cynon Taf CF40 1AL
Change of use to mixed A1/A3 use, installation of plant, display of advertisement and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-12-24
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- Opposite 19 Court Street Tonypandy Rhondda Cynon Taf CF40 2RQ
Install fixed line broadband electronic communications apparatus (12M Medium Wooden Pole)
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-05-28
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- Mitchell Court, Tonypandy, CF40 2RD
Prior Notification of Demolition of Mitchell Court flats, former RCT principal office building and row of garages.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-10-11
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- 137 RHYS STREET, TREALAW, TONYPANDY, CF40 2QQ
Change of use application from C3 to C4 house in multiple occupancy 5 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-06-26
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23/1318/CPRO - 142 Kenry Street Tonypandy CF40 1DD
Certificate of Lawfulness for a proposed change of use of a dwelling C3(a) to a Children's Residential Home C2 for up to 2 children, along with 2 no. support staff 24 hours a day, operating in shifts,
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-11-22
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23/0323/10 - 11B DE WINTON STREET, TONYPANDY, CF40 2QX
Change of use from sweet shop (A1) to Thai massage salon (D1)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-03-21
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A brief summary of Tonypandy in Rhondda Cynon Taf

Property prices in Tonypandy show an average sale price of £131,926, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Tonypandy area recorded 103 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

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Planning Activity in Tonypandy

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Tonypandy. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Tonypandy may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Tonypandy were full planning applications (10), telecoms (5), other applications (2). Full planning applications account for 53% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 15 smaller schemes were submitted.

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