Ynyswen, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ynyswen, Rhondda Cynon Taf.
Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · settlement
Planning applications in Ynyswen are administered by Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council. View the full Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Ynyswen
Ynyswen is a village located within the Treorchy community in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales. Known for its rich industrial heritage, the area may present opportunities for various planning applications, making it a noteworthy location for developers and investors.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £127,586 (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 007C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ynyswen.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ynyswen.
- 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 Ynyswen based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
301 planning applications found near Ynyswen.
- - Unit 6 Boomerang Rct Parc Busnes Treorci Abergorki Industrial Estate Treorchy Rhondda Cynon Taf CF42 6DL
Change of use to undertake car sales business
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-03-28
View full details - - 2 Woodland Vale Treorchy Rhondda Cynon Taf CF42 6TT
Proposed rear and detached single garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - Brynawel Glyncoli Road Treorchy Rhondda Cynon Taf CF42 6SB
Proposed detached double garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-11-10
View full details - - 134 Dumfries Street Treorchy Rhondda Cynon Taf CF42 6TR
Non-material Amendment to previously approved 25/0512/FUL to reduce extent of ground floor extension and extend first floor bedroom by approximately 850mm to align with kitchen below.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-08-27
View full details - - 2 Woodland Vale Treorchy Rhondda Cynon Taf CF42 6TT
Proposed side and rear extension to form a kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. Relocate entrance door.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-08-18
View full details - - 134 Dumfries Street Treorchy Rhondda Cynon Taf CF42 6TR
Proposed Demolition of existing kitchen and bathroom and construction of a Two storey full width extension to form a kitchen/utility room and bedroom. Construction of a garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-05-02
View full details - - Land Adjacent To 15 Adare Terrace Ynys-wen Treherbert Rhondda Cynon Taf CF42 6EN
Proposed detached dwelling.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-04-22
View full details - - Land Adjacent To 23 Glan-yr-afon Treorchy Rhondda Cynon Taf CF42 6DD
Proposed erection of 3 lock up garages.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2025-04-22
View full details - - 21 Bryn Rhodfa Treorchy Rhondda Cynon Taf CF42 6SY
Engineering works and removal of lawn to form a level front amenity space
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-10-22
View full details - - 7 Treasure Street Treorchy Rhondda Cynon Taf CF42 6TH
Proposed two storey extension with detached garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-08-14
View full details - 24/0477/DEM - HIGHWAY, EAST OF YNYSWEN STATION
Permanent access off the highway
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-05-10
View full details - - PARC BUSNES TREORCI, ABERGORKI INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, TREORCHY, CF42 6DL
Retention of temporary compound to be used for car parking and motorhome/caravan storage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-05-01
View full details - - 38 Ynyswen Road Ynyswen Treherbert Treorchy CF42 6EE
Vehicle crossover
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-11-16
View full details - 23/1303/FUL - 38 Ynyswen Road Ynyswen Treherbert Treorchy CF42 6EE
Vehicle crossover
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-11-16
View full details - 23/1055/NMA - Ty Glyncoli Glyncoli Close Treorchy
Non-material amendment sought to reduce the depth of the proposed extension and the addition of external stairs
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-09-19
View full details - - 36 Dumfries Street Treorchy CF42 6TP
Amend roof structure
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-06-06
View full details - 23/0607/NMA - 36 Dumfries Street Treorchy CF42 6TP
Amend roof structure
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-06-06
View full details - - 36 Glynrhondda Street Treorchy CF42 6DE
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-05-15
View full details - 23/0523/CPRO - 36 Glynrhondda Street Treorchy CF42 6DE
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-05-15
View full details - 23/0467/FUL - 2 Woodland Vale Treorchy CF42 6TT
Rear extension & extension to front porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-04-26
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A brief summary of Ynyswen in Rhondda Cynon Taf
Ynyswen is a village located within the Treorchy community in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales. Known for its rich industrial heritage, the area may present opportunities for various planning applications, making it a noteworthy location for developers and investors.
Property prices in Ynyswen show an average sale price of £127,586, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Ynyswen a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ynyswen 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 Ynyswen
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Ynyswen. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ynyswen may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 67 days on average, decisions near Ynyswen slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Ynyswen were full planning applications (27), discharge of conditions (4), telecoms (3). Full planning applications account for 69% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 6 medium-scale applications, 32 smaller schemes were submitted.
14 planning appeals were lodged, of which 5 were allowed and 9 were dismissed (36% success rate).
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 31 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 6 applications
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