Trecynon, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Trecynon, Rhondda Cynon Taf.
Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · settlement
Planning applications in Trecynon are administered by Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council. View the full Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Trecynon
Trecynon is a village located near Aberdare in the Cynon Valley, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, with origins dating back to the early nineteenth century. The village grew significantly following the establishment of the Aberdare Ironworks at Llwydcoed in 1800, marking its development as an important industrial community. For those researching planning applications in the area, Trecynon's historical roots and industrial background may influence its planning landscape.
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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 005F
Crime Statistics
121 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 51
- anti-social-behaviour: 21
- public-order: 14
- criminal-damage-arson: 11
- shoplifting: 7
- drugs: 6
- burglary: 3
- other-theft: 3
- vehicle-crime: 2
- possession-of-weapons: 1
- theft-from-the-person: 1
- other-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Trecynon.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Trecynon.
- 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 Trecynon based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
82 planning applications found near Trecynon.
- - Park Nursery Glan Road Gadlys Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 8BW
Installation of pre-constructed anti vandal changing rooms units
Status: Undecided | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - 31 Broniestyn Terrace Trecynon Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 8EG
Non Material Amendment to planning permission 25/0544/FUL to change rear first floor window to French doors with a Juliet balcony
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-12-16
View full details - - Hen Dy Cwrdd, Alma Street, Trecynon, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff CF44 8NT
Discharge of condition 3 (Written Scheme of Investigation and a Level 2 Historical Building Survey & Record) of previously approved planning application 25/0458/LBC.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-11-24
View full details - - 55 Harriet Street Trecynon Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 8PL
Provision of off road car parking space and associated dropped kerb.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-10-02
View full details - - 22 Ash Grove Trecynon Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 8EH
Proposed dormer loft conversion and raise ridge height of roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-08-26
View full details - - Land To The Rear Of 47 Harriet Street Trecynon Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 8PL
Outline planning permission for two detached dwellings.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-07-21
View full details - - Ty Ni Hirwaun Road Gadlys Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 8DQ
Pollarding of Lime Tree in front garden.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-06-09
View full details - - 31 Broniestyn Terrace Trecynon Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 8EG
First floor rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-05-13
View full details - - 73 Llewellyn Street Trecynon Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 8LP
Discharge of Condition 3 (Biodiversity Enhancement) of planning permission 24/0116/FUL.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-04-17
View full details - - Unitarian Chapel Alma Street Trecynon Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf
Listed Building Consent for installation of new internal W/C at south-west corner of chapel, construction of new tea/coffee making area/kitchenette at south-west corner of chapel, removal of 2no. plai
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-04-17
View full details - - Vacant Land Meirion Street Trecynon Aberdare Rhondda Cynon Taf
Discharge of Conditions 3 (Drainage Arranagements), 4 (Engineering Design), 5 (Construction Method Statement), 7 (Details of Ecological Mitigation and Enhancement), 8 (Scheme of Landscaping), 11 (Boun
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-02-03
View full details - 24/0408/OUT - Land Adjacent To 11 St John Street Trecynon Aberdare CF44 8NS
New build one bedroom bungalow.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-04-23
View full details - - Land Adjacent To 11 St John Street Trecynon Aberdare CF44 8NS
New build one bedroom bungalow.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-04-23
View full details - - 11 Edward Street Trecynon Aberdare CF44 8LW
Two storey extension and attic dormer conversion to rear.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-02-16
View full details - 24/0125/FUL - 1 Mill Street Trecynon Aberdare CF44 8NA
Change of use from Residential dwelling (Use Class C3) to HMO (Use Class C4).
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-02-05
View full details - - 31 Alma Street Trecynon Aberdare CF44 8NT
Change of use from Dwelling (Use Class C3) to 3-bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) (Use Class C4)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-01-11
View full details - 24/0032/FUL - 31 Alma Street Trecynon Aberdare CF44 8NT
Change of use from Dwelling (Use Class C3) to 3-bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) (Use Class C4)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-01-11
View full details - - 73 Llewellyn Street Trecynon Aberdare CF44 8LP
Change of use from a C3 dwelling house to a C4 house in multiple occupancy (HMO) (6 bedrooms), renovation and uplift of lean-to roof extension at rear to allow for bi-fold exit to rear.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-11-24
View full details - - Roberstown Iron Bridge Cycleway From Tram Road To Aberdare Footpath Abd(33(1 Trecynon Aberdare
Discharge of condition 3, Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) 23/0149/08
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-07-12
View full details - 23/0804/DIS - Roberstown Iron Bridge Cycleway From Tram Road To Aberdare Footpath Abd(33(1 Trecynon Aberdare
Discharge of condition 3, Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) 23/0149/08
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-07-12
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A brief summary of Trecynon in Rhondda Cynon Taf
Trecynon is a village located near Aberdare in the Cynon Valley, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, with origins dating back to the early nineteenth century. The village grew significantly following the establishment of the Aberdare Ironworks at Llwydcoed in 1800, marking its development as an important industrial community. For those researching planning applications in the area, Trecynon's historical roots and industrial background may influence its planning landscape.
Property prices in Trecynon show an average sale price of £168,600, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The Trecynon area recorded 121 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Trecynon 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 Trecynon
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Trecynon. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Trecynon.
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 Trecynon were full planning applications (33), discharge of conditions (13), listed building and heritage (4). Full planning applications account for 55% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 17 medium-scale applications, 42 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
10 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 7 were dismissed (30% success rate).
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 39 applications
- Refused: 3 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 17 applications
Nearby Towns
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