How long do planning decisions take near Upper Boat?

The average planning decision time near Upper Boat is 52 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 Upper Boat?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Boat?

The most common type of planning application near Upper Boat is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upper Boat?

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Upper Boat, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Boat, Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · settlement

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About Upper Boat

Upper Boat is a village located on the southern edge of Pontypridd in the Hawthorn electoral ward of Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales. It includes portions of the Treforest Industrial Estate and has historical ties to the parish of Eglwysilan, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications related to industrial and residential developments in this part of Glamorgan.

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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

54 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 22
criminal-damage-arson: 6
shoplifting: 5
vehicle-crime: 5
public-order: 4
other-crime: 3
anti-social-behaviour: 2
other-theft: 2
burglary: 1
drugs: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1
robbery: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper Boat.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Upper Boat based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Upper Boat.

- Unit 4 Carpet Right Plc Midway Park Upper Boat Pontypridd Rhondda Cynon Taf CF37 5BL
Erection of 2 No. illuminated fascia signs and window vinyl graphics
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-02-21
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- Unit 1 Roof Cladding Supplies Online 1A Foundry Houses Dynea Road Rhydyfelin Pontypridd Rhondda Cynon Taf CF37 5BD
Discharge of conditions 2 (internal circulation and parking) and 4 (storage layout and boundary screening) of previously approved planning application 24/0485/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-02-08
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24/0499/NMA - Home Bargains Midway Park Upper Boat Pontypridd CF37 5BL
Removal of condition 5 grease trap (23/1264/10)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-05-15
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24/0284/CPRO - Unit 9B Upper Boat Business Park Cardiff Road Upper Boat Pontypridd
Certificate of Lawful Development for Proposed Use as MOT Testing Station (Use Class B2)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-03-20
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A brief summary of Upper Boat in Rhondda Cynon Taf

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

The Upper Boat area recorded 54 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, Upper Boat 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 Upper Boat

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Upper Boat. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

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

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Upper Boat were discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.

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