How long do planning decisions take near Almeley Wootton?

The average planning decision time near Almeley Wootton is 47 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Almeley Wootton?

The planning approval rate near Almeley Wootton is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Almeley Wootton?

The most common type of planning application near Almeley Wootton is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Almeley Wootton?

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Almeley Wootton, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Almeley Wootton, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Almeley Wootton are administered by Herefordshire Council. View the full Herefordshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Almeley Wootton

Almeley is a quaint village and civil parish located in Herefordshire, England, encompassing the hamlets of Almeley Wootton, Lower Wootton, Woonton, and Upcott. According to the 2021 census, the parish has a population of 553, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £320,706 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Powys
Parliamentary constituency: Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
LSOA: Powys 015D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Almeley Wootton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Almeley Wootton.

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 Almeley Wootton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

19 planning applications found near Almeley Wootton.

P253501/PA7 - The Hawthornes Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6LG
Application for prior notification proposed extension to existing agricultural machinery store and hay barn.
Status: Approved | Type: All others - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-08
- The Hawthornes Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6LG
Application for prior notification proposed extension to existing agricultural machinery store and hay barn.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-05
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- Land at Glebe Lands Woonton Almeley Herefordshire HR3 6PY
Notification for prior approval for a proposed general purpose agricultural building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-05-16
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P251487/PA7 - Land at Glebe Lands Woonton Almeley Herefordshire HR3 6PY
Notification for prior approval for a proposed general purpose agricultural building.
Status: Approved | Type: All others - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-05-15
P251024/FH - Brook Cottage Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6PX
Single storey porch, log store and two storey rear extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-03-27
- Malt House Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6PY
Proposed removal of Silver Poplar tree, which is dropping branches, roots are problematic and tree should not be so close to a building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-02-12
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P250619/K - Malt House Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6PY
Proposed removal of Silver Poplar tree, which is dropping branches, roots are problematic and tree should not be so close to a building.
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-02-12
P250368/K - 1 Glen Cottages Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6PX
Reduce two trees (T1 Ash, T2 Wych Elm) to hedge height.
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-01-27
P242258/FH - 2 Glen Cottages Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6PX
Replace single storey lean-to with two storey oak frame extension to the rear of the property.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-09-16
P213687/V - Old Quarry House Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6LG
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed siting of caravan to be used ancillary to the main property
Status: Approved | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLOPD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-10-04
P210241/L - Summer House Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6PX
Retrospective application for the removal of an existing lean-to and replacement with a new structure. Removal of modern plaster in Kitchen.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-05-05
P210240/FH - Summer House Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6PX
Retrospective application for the removal of an existing lean-to and replacement with a new structure. Removal of modern plaster in Kitchen.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-05-05
P200504/F - The Glebe Lands Wooton Almeley Herefordshire HR3 6PY
Proposed Agricultural building/implement store.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2020-02-14
P193072/F - Field at Glebe Lands Wooton Almeley Herefordshire HR3 6PY
New access.(Retrospective)
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-09-12
P190454/FH - The House Pooh Corner Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6PU
Proposed demolition of corrugated iron roofed shed and polycarbonate lean-to. Construction of a single storey building. External PV insulation to existing brick and block walls clad with Dougl
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-03-26
P184476/FH - The Green House Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6PY
(Retrospective) Approval for existing garage and workshop. Part removal of existing workshop and installation of a timber canopy to support a solar p.v. installation of 12 panels.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-01-14
P182533/F - Summer House Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6PX
The proposed covering of an existing livestock handling area
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-07-15
P173827/PA7 - The Hawthornes Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6LG
Application for prior notification of agricultural or forestry development - proposed extension to existing building.
Status: Approved | Type: All others - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2017-10-09
P163827/FH - Old Quarry House Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6LG
Demolition of single storey side/rear lean to extensions and conservatory. Raising of lower roof section to provide usable internalfloor space and insulation/cladding of existing house and co
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2016-12-08

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A brief summary of Almeley Wootton in Herefordshire

Property prices in Almeley Wootton show an average sale price of £320,706, 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 Almeley Wootton a particularly low-crime area.

Almeley Wootton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Almeley. 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 Almeley Wootton includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Almeley Wootton

In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Almeley Wootton. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Almeley Wootton.

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Almeley Wootton were outline applications (4), tree works (2).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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