How long do planning decisions take near Ashton?

The average planning decision time near Ashton is 62 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 Ashton?

The planning approval rate near Ashton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ashton?

The most common type of planning application near Ashton is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ashton?

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Ashton, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ashton, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

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

About Ashton

Ashton is a village located within the Eye, Moreton, and Ashton civil parish in Herefordshire, England. Situated 3 miles north of Leominster and 15 miles from Hereford, it lies along the A49 road, making it easily accessible. The village is near the River Lugg and is bordered to the south-west by the historic Berrington Hall, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area.

District: Eye, Moreton and Ashton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £321,224 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 002B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ashton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ashton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

25 planning applications found near Ashton.

P211815/PA4 - Ashton Court Farm Ashton Court Ashton Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Proposed change of use of building to form 1 no. larger dwelling
Status: Approved | Type: (Part 3) Class Q - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-05-04
P191871/PA7 - Upper Ashton Farm A49 From C1050 To Merrivale Farm Access Ashton Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Application for prior notification of agricultural or forestry development - proposed road.
Status: Approved | Type: All others - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-05-27
P191395/F - East & West Granary Cottages Ashton Court Ashton Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Application for removal of condition 2 of planning permission 83/0483 (Alterations of existing building into two holiday flats, at Ashton Court Farm, Ashton, Nr. Leominster) to allow the prop
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-04-16
P162968/PA7 - Upper Ashton Farm Ashton Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Proposed agricultural building to act as a sprayer washdown area with a biofilter.
Status: Approved | Type: All others - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2016-09-18
P150455/F - Land adjoining Ivy Cottage Ashton Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Proposed supported living dwelling house and alteration of an existingvehicle crossover.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2015-02-13
P141229/F - Land adjacent to Ivy Cottage Ashton Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Proposed detached dwelling with integral garage and alteration to existing vehicle crossover.
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2014-04-24
P133468/F - Upper Ashton Farm Ashton Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Relocation of vehicular access (as permission DCNC2006/1761/F).
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2013-12-12
N122022/F - Tainchel Farm Hundred Lane Ashton Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Proposed agricultural dwelling.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2012-07-22
N101549/F - Oak Cottage Ashton Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Proposed Change of Use of Garage to Dog Rehabilitation/Fitness centre
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2010-07-14
DCN083282/F - Tainchel Farm Ashton Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Proposed two-storey agricultural workers dwelling, double garage and parking
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2009-02-03
DCN082756/F - Brooches Barn Ashton Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Proposed replacement utility room.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2008-10-29
DCN071247/F - Rose Cottage Ashton Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Proposed new dwelling.
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2007-06-04
DCN064096/E - Land At Ivy Cottage (Grid Ref: Ashton Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Proposed 11,000 volt overhead line on wooden poles
Status: Undecided | Type: Electricity Consultation | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2006-12-15
DCN061861/F - Rose Cottage Ashton Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Temporary siting of a mobile home
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2006-07-05
DCN061860/F - Upper Ashton Farmhouse Ashton Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Creation of new access to farmhouse and closure of existing.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2006-06-01
DCN050839/F - Ivy Cottage Ashton Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Erection of a garden room to north elevation
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2005-03-11
DCN050115/F - Alnwick House Ashton Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Replacement dwelling
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2005-01-12
DCN045181/F - Upper Ashton Farm House Ashton Nr Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0DN
To relocate the entrance to Upper Ashton Farm House
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2004-12-29
DCN043495/U - Rose Cottage Ashton Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0DN
Continuous use of the existing access
Status: Approved | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLEUD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2004-07-27
DCN042977/T - Corleys Coppice Camp Wood A49 Ashton, Herefordshire SY8 4BE
Telecommunications equipment comprising 12m. telegraph pole and equipment housing
Status: Approved | Type: Telecom Developments | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2004-07-18

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A brief summary of Ashton in Herefordshire

Property prices in Ashton show an average sale price of £321,224, 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 Ashton a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ashton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Berrington Pool, Herefordshire SSSI; 12 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 Ashton

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Ashton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ashton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Ashton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Ashton were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 8% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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