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Planning in Wychavon

Applications
2,132
received, last 2 years
Approved
83%
1,367 of 1,558 decided, last 2 years
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average, last 2 years

House prices in Wychavon District Council: average £322,623, +1.1% over 12 months (UK House Price Index, July 2026)

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National infrastructure projects in Wychavon District Council

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From Wychavon District Council's planning register. Figures cover the last 2 years; newest application received 11 Nov 2026.

Around Wychavon

Main towns

Broadway 67 applications in the last 12 monthsHill End 62 applications in the last 12 monthsBengeworth 61 applications in the last 12 monthsPershore 37 applications in the last 12 monthsFernhill Heath 34 applications in the last 12 monthsCrowle 30 applications in the last 12 monthsDrakes Broughton 26 applications in the last 12 monthsWaresley 23 applications in the last 12 monthsOffenham 21 applications in the last 12 monthsWyre Piddle 21 applications in the last 12 monthsCleeve Prior 19 applications in the last 12 monthsBadsey 18 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in the last 12 months.

Postcode districts

WR11 273 applications in the last 12 monthsWR9 224 applications in the last 12 monthsWR10 193 applications in the last 12 monthsWR7 98 applications in the last 12 monthsWR12 87 applications in the last 12 monthsGL20 67 applications in the last 12 monthsWR3 43 applications in the last 12 monthsWR8 33 applications in the last 12 monthsDY11 27 applications in the last 12 monthsWR5 21 applications in the last 12 monthsB96 21 applications in the last 12 monthsCV37 20 applications in the last 12 months

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About Wychavon

Wychavon District Council, located in Worcestershire, England, oversees a diverse area that includes the towns of Evesham and Droitwich Spa, as well as various villages and scenic rural landscapes. Nestled partly within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the district is steeped in history, reflecting its Saxon roots and the River Avon. With a population of approximately 138,017 in 2024, Wychavon is a vibrant community that offers a range of planning opportunities for residential and commercial developments.

To comment on or object to a live application, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline. You can also search Wychavon District Council's planning register directly.

The council area covers 210 towns and villages, including Droitwich Spa and Evesham.

The most common types were full planning applications (579), discharge of conditions (332), tree works (232). 28 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

131 planning appeals were lodged against Wychavon District Council decisions, of which 47 were allowed and 74 were dismissed (39% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications has Wychavon District Council received?
Wychavon District Council received 2,132 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 83%.
How long does Wychavon District Council take to decide applications?
Wychavon District Council takes an average of 63 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate for Wychavon District Council?
Wychavon District Council approves 83% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in Wychavon District Council?
Submit your representation to Wychavon District Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Wychavon District Council planning portal.
Can I appeal a Wychavon District Council planning decision?
Yes. If Wychavon District Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 131 appeals were lodged against Wychavon District Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 39% success rate.