Ystradfellte, Powys Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ystradfellte, Powys.
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About Ystradfellte
Ystradfellte is a picturesque village located in Powys, Wales, approximately 6 miles north of Hirwaun, with a population of 556. Nestled within the Fforest Fawr area of the Brecon Beacons National Park, it sits alongside the Afon Mellte river and is connected by minor roads to nearby Heol Senni and Penderyn. The village falls under Aberdare for postal services, making it a quaint yet accessible community for those considering planning applications in this scenic region.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £168,600 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Parliamentary constituency: Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
- LSOA: Rhondda Cynon Taf 002A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ystradfellte.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ystradfellte.
- 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 Ystradfellte based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Ystradfellte.
- - Maesydderwen Ystradfellte Aberdare Powys CF44 9JE
Reinstatement of a former dwelling in the countryside, installation of new foul drainage system, installation of stand alone solar pv panels and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Brecon Beacons | Date: 2025-05-23
View full details - - Frondeg Cottage Ystradfellte Aberdare CF44 9JF
Erection of single storey residential accommodation building ancillary to dwelling. (Previously granted full planning permission on 27.06.2006 - Planning Application No. 06/00205/FUL).
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Brecon Beacons | Date: 2024-09-18
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A brief summary of Ystradfellte in Powys
Ystradfellte is a picturesque village located in Powys, Wales, approximately 6 miles north of Hirwaun, with a population of 556. Nestled within the Fforest Fawr area of the Brecon Beacons National Park, it sits alongside the Afon Mellte river and is connected by minor roads to nearby Heol Senni and Penderyn. The village falls under Aberdare for postal services, making it a quaint yet accessible community for those considering planning applications in this scenic region.
Property prices in Ystradfellte show an average sale price of £168,600, 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 Ystradfellte a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ystradfellte 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 Ystradfellte
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Ystradfellte.
The most common application types near Ystradfellte were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), telecoms (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 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.