Abberton, Worcestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Abberton, Worcestershire.
Worcestershire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Abberton are administered by Wychavon District Council. View the full Wychavon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Abberton
Abberton is a quaint village located in Worcestershire, England, with a small but growing community. The population increased from 44 residents in 1991 to 67 in 2001, spread across 24 households, reflecting its welcoming atmosphere for potential new residents and developments.
Population: 63 (2021)
District: Wychavon
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Area Information
- Admin district: Wychavon
- Parliamentary constituency: Redditch
- LSOA: Wychavon 008C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Abberton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Abberton.
- 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 Abberton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Abberton.
- - Abbots Barn Abberton Lane Abberton Pershore WR10 2NR
Undertake tree works as detailed on application form and in any accompanying information.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2025-10-08
View full details - - Land At (Os 9946 5363) Abberton Lane Abberton
New build dwelling to replace existing barn approved for residential conversion
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2023-12-18
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A brief summary of Abberton in Worcestershire
Abberton is a quaint village located in Worcestershire, England, with a small but growing community. The population increased from 44 residents in 1991 to 67 in 2001, spread across 24 households, reflecting its welcoming atmosphere for potential new residents and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 63 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wychavon district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Abberton a particularly low-crime area.
Abberton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Abberton. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Abberton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Portway Farm Meadows SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Abberton 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 Abberton
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Abberton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 19 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Abberton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 19 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Abberton were tree works (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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