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Planning in Treforest

Approved
100%
21 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Treforest

Treforest is a village located in the south-east of Pontypridd in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales. It falls within the Treforest electoral ward and is part of the Pontypridd Town community, situated along the west bank of the River Taff, opposite the village of Glyntaff on the east bank. This strategic location may influence planning applications and development opportunities in the area.

Property prices in Treforest show an average sale price of £199,029, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Treforest 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 Treforest 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, Treforest 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 Treforest, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Treforest. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (5), advertising consent (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Treforest?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Treforest. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Treforest?
The average planning decision time near Treforest is 78 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 Treforest?
The planning approval rate near Treforest is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Treforest?
The most common type of planning application near Treforest is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Treforest?
You can search and track planning applications near Treforest on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.