Wattstown, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Wattstown, Rhondda Cynon Taf.
Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · settlement
About Wattstown
Wattstown is a vibrant village nestled in the Rhondda Fach valley within Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales. Once a sparsely populated area of woodlands and farmsteads, it transformed into a bustling hub during the coal industry's boom in the mid-19th century. However, the subsequent decline of coal mining has led to ongoing economic challenges for the community, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications aimed at revitalisation and development.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £141,789 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Parliamentary constituency: Rhondda and Ogmore
- LSOA: Rhondda Cynon Taf 020D
Crime Statistics
44 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 33
- criminal-damage-arson: 4
- drugs: 2
- vehicle-crime: 2
- burglary: 1
- possession-of-weapons: 1
- public-order: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Wattstown.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wattstown.
- 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 Wattstown based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Wattstown.
- - 35 Brewery Street Pont-y-gwaith Ferndale Rhondda Cynon Taf CF43 3LL
Proposed first floor extension above existing kitchen and bathroom to provide a bedroom together with an extension to an existing garage at the rear.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - Land To West Of Heol Llechau Wattstown Nr Porth CF39 0PP
Erection of Detached Dwelling on Land Accessed from Heol Llechau, Wattstown including, Access Widening and Car Parking (Re-submission of 24/1305/FUL).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-11-21
View full details - - Land Opposite No.34 The Avenue Pontygwaith Ferndale CF43 3LN
Proposed Development of a Detached Dwelling House and Driveway (Amended Red Line Boundary Received 15/12/2025).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-11-17
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A brief summary of Wattstown in Rhondda Cynon Taf
Wattstown is a vibrant village nestled in the Rhondda Fach valley within Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales. Once a sparsely populated area of woodlands and farmsteads, it transformed into a bustling hub during the coal industry's boom in the mid-19th century. However, the subsequent decline of coal mining has led to ongoing economic challenges for the community, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications aimed at revitalisation and development.
Property prices in Wattstown show an average sale price of £141,789, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The Wattstown area recorded 44 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, Wattstown 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 Wattstown
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Wattstown. 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 Wattstown 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 Wattstown were full planning applications (5). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.