How long do planning decisions take near Trehafod?

The average planning decision time near Trehafod 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 Trehafod?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Trehafod?

The most common type of planning application near Trehafod is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Trehafod?

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Trehafod, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Trehafod, Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · settlement

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About Trehafod

Trehafod is a quaint village located in the Rhondda Valley, nestled between Porth and Pontypridd in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales. With a population of 698 recorded in the 2011 census, Trehafod offers a unique community setting, having undergone a name change from Hafod in 1905 to eliminate confusion with another location. This picturesque area may be of interest for those exploring planning applications due to its rich local history and community development potential.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £192,169 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rhondda Cynon Taf
Parliamentary constituency: Pontypridd
LSOA: Rhondda Cynon Taf 021E

Crime Statistics

14 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 7
other-theft: 3
criminal-damage-arson: 2
anti-social-behaviour: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Trehafod.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Trehafod based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Trehafod.

- Land Adjoining Coedcae Road Trehafod Pontypridd CF37 2NP
Variation of conditions 2 (Approved plans), 3 (External materials), 4 (Landscaping), 8 (Construction Method Statement), 10 (Drainage arrangements), 12 (Broadband infrastructure), 13 (Site Assessment S
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-02-06
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- Rhondda Heritage Centre Coedcae Road Trehafod Pontypridd CF37 2NP
Statue of the Welsh socialist and suffragist Elizabeth Andrews. The bronze sculpture will be erected at the front entrance of Rhondda Heritage Park Museum, Trehafod on a modest plinth.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-01-05
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A brief summary of Trehafod in Rhondda Cynon Taf

Property prices in Trehafod show an average sale price of £192,169, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 14 crimes reported in the Trehafod area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

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Planning Activity in Trehafod

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Trehafod. 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 Trehafod 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 Trehafod were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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