How long do planning decisions take near Trefechan?

The average planning decision time near Trefechan is 51 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 Trefechan?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Trefechan?

The most common type of planning application near Trefechan is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Trefechan?

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Trefechan, Merthyr Tydfil Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Trefechan, Merthyr Tydfil.

Merthyr Tydfil · Wales · settlement

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District: Merthyr Tydfil County Borough

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £171,922 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Merthyr Tydfil
Parliamentary constituency: Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
LSOA: Merthyr Tydfil 002C

Crime Statistics

85 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 41
anti-social-behaviour: 13
other-theft: 6
criminal-damage-arson: 5
public-order: 5
drugs: 4
robbery: 3
burglary: 2
shoplifting: 2
vehicle-crime: 2
other-crime: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Trefechan.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Trefechan based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Trefechan.

- 8 - 9 The Green Trefechan Merthyr Tydfil CF48 2EU
Non material amendment to planning permission P/24/0242 to increase the depth of the canopy from 3.2m to 4.5m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2026-02-18
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- 7 Somerset Close Cefn Coed Merthyr Tydfil CF48 2NY
Proposed side extension and new roof with dormers
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Merthyr Tydfil | Date: 2023-03-22
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A brief summary of Trefechan in Merthyr Tydfil

Trefechan is a settlement located in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales. It sits within the Merthyr Tydfil County Borough district.

Property prices in Trefechan show an average sale price of £171,922, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Trefechan area recorded 85 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, Trefechan 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 Trefechan

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Trefechan. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

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

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Trefechan were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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