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Planning in Atch Lench

Approved
88%
15 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Atch Lench in the last 24 months, from Wychavon District Council's planning register.

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About Atch Lench

Atch Lench is a quaint village located in Worcestershire, England, offering a charming rural setting for potential development and planning applications. Its picturesque surroundings and community-oriented atmosphere make it an appealing area for both residential and commercial projects. It sits within the Wychavon district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Atch Lench area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Atch Lench a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Atch Lench has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Atch Lench 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Atch Lench, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Atch Lench. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (8), full planning applications (7), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Atch Lench?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Atch Lench. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Atch Lench?
The average planning decision time near Atch Lench is 48 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 Atch Lench?
The planning approval rate near Atch Lench is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Atch Lench?
The most common type of planning application near Atch Lench is discharge of conditions, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Atch Lench?
You can search and track planning applications near Atch Lench on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.