Bewdley, Worcestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bewdley, Worcestershire.
Worcestershire · England · Town
Planning applications in Bewdley are administered by Wyre Forest District Council. View the full Wyre Forest District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bewdley
Bewdley is a historic town and civil parish located in the Wyre Forest District of Worcestershire, England, nestled along the picturesque banks of the River Severn. Situated 3.5 miles west of Kidderminster and 12.5 miles north of Worcester, it serves as a gateway to the Wyre Forest national nature reserve. With a population of 9,267 as of the 2021 census, Bewdley is a vibrant tourist destination renowned for its iconic Bewdley Bridge, designed by Thomas Telford, and its charming Georgian riverside, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments.
Population: 9,262 (2021)
District: Wyre Forest
Website: http://www.bewdley.org.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £309,177 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Wyre Forest
- Parliamentary constituency: Wyre Forest
- LSOA: Wyre Forest 011A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bewdley.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bewdley.
- 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 Bewdley based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
738 planning applications found near Bewdley.
- - St Annes House Park Alley Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2DJ
Tree Works: Oak Tree - Fell, Ash Tree -Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-06-25
View full details - - The Old Town Hall 19 Wyre Hill Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2UE
Demolition of non-load bearing internal wall, construction of timber stud walls
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-06-23
View full details - - 24 High Street Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2DH
Rowan Tree - complete removal and grind stump, Lawson Cypress Tree - complete removal and grind stump
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-06-17
View full details - - The Old Blacksmiths Park Lane Bewdley Worcestershire
Conversion of workshop and storage to three holiday lets
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-06-15
View full details - - 5 Clarence Way Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1QE
Single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-06-15
View full details - - The Stables Grey Green Lane Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1LZ
Acacia Tree - remove deadwood approx 30%, Leylandii Tree - remove 1.5-2 metres off cirumference, Variagated Holly Tree- remove 40% off the top and Yew Tree - remove approximately 1.5 to 2.0 metres to
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-06-11
View full details - - Flat 1 39 Load Street Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2AS
Discharge of Conditions 6 (Tiles) and 7 (Leadwork) attached to listed building consent ref: 26/0183/LBC
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-06-08
View full details - - Land Adjoining 60 Bark Hill Bewdley Worcestershire
Discharge of Condition 13 (Contaminated Land) attached to planning approval ref: 24/0203/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-06-08
View full details - - 9 Kidderminster Road Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1AQ
Listed Building Consent for replacement of an existing side elevation window, and alteration of an existing door through replacement of recessed timber panels with glazing whilst retaining the existin
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-06-04
View full details - - 46 High Street Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2DJ
Discharge of condition 2 (Windows), condition 3 (Lintels) and condition 4 (rainwater goods) of planning permission 26/0136/LBC
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-06-02
View full details - - George Hotel 63 Load Street Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2AW
Listed Building Consent for the refurbishment of the public house to include reconfiguration of internal layout, repair, replacement and upgrading of fixtures and finishes, tanking of cellar walls, re
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-05-28
View full details - - George Hotel 63 Load Street Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2AW
Refurbishment of public house to include reconfiguration of internal layout, repair, replacement and upgrading of fixtures and finishes, tanking of cellar walls, re-use of existing garden storage area
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-05-28
View full details - - 1 Malthouse Row Westbourne Street Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1BS
Rebuilding of East gable including new timbers and replacement brickwork
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - - The Malthouse Pleasant Harbour Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1AE
Proposed widening of existing driveway access, replacement brick pillar and alterations to lych gate top and replacement materials to gable frontage of garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - The Malthouse Pleasant Harbour Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1AE
Proposed widening of existing driveway access, replacement brick pillar and alterations to lych gate top and replacement materials to gable frontage of garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - 9 Kidderminster Road Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1AQ
Listed Building Consent for replacement of existing window with larger window, replace existing solid door with glazed double doors and installation of new balustrade (Retrospective)
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-04-22
View full details - - British Red Cross Lax Lane Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2DZ
Renewal of Asset of Community Value
Status: Undecided | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 47 High Street Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2DJ
Discharge of Condition 3 (Details/Joinery Details) attached to approval 26/0042/LBC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - Flat 5 25 High Street Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2DH
Reinstatement works to second floor flat following fire damage
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 14 High Street Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2DH
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-04-02
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A brief summary of Bewdley in Worcestershire
Bewdley is a historic town and civil parish located in the Wyre Forest District of Worcestershire, England, nestled along the picturesque banks of the River Severn. Situated 3.5 miles west of Kidderminster and 12.5 miles north of Worcester, it serves as a gateway to the Wyre Forest national nature reserve. With a population of 9,267 as of the 2021 census, Bewdley is a vibrant tourist destination renowned for its iconic Bewdley Bridge, designed by Thomas Telford, and its charming Georgian riverside, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments. The Town has a population of approximately 9,262 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wyre Forest district.
Property prices in Bewdley show an average sale price of £309,177, 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 Bewdley a particularly low-crime area.
Bewdley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bewdley, Ribbesford. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Bewdley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wyre Forest SSSI; 16 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Bewdley planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.bewdley.org.uk/. 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 Bewdley
In the last 24 months, 166 planning applications were submitted near Bewdley. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bewdley may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 58 days on average, decisions near Bewdley slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Bewdley were full planning applications (53), listed building and heritage (48), tree works (30). Full planning applications account for 32% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 21 medium-scale applications, 145 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
7 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 7 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 109 applications
- Refused: 7 applications
- Awaiting decision: 50 applications
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.