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Planning in Trelewis

Approved
85%
44 of 51 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Trelewis in the last 24 months, from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council's planning register.

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About Trelewis

Trelewis is a quaint village situated in the Taff Bargoed Valley of south-east Wales, within the southern region of Merthyr Tydfil County Borough. Once a thriving mining community, Trelewis, along with nearby Bedlinog, was part of the Gelligaer Urban District Council until 1974. The village's name translates to "Lewis Town," honoring the Lewis family, who once owned a farm on the land where the village now stands. This historical context may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.

Property prices in Trelewis show an average sale price of £162,173, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Trelewis 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 Trelewis 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, Trelewis 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 Trelewis, 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, 54 planning applications were submitted near Trelewis. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (30), discharge of conditions (10), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Trelewis?
In the last 24 months, 54 planning applications were submitted near Trelewis. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Trelewis?
The average planning decision time near Trelewis is 48 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 Trelewis?
The planning approval rate near Trelewis is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Trelewis?
The most common type of planning application near Trelewis is full planning applications, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Trelewis?
You can search and track planning applications near Trelewis on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.