How long do planning decisions take near Birchall?

The average planning decision time near Birchall is 60 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 Birchall?

The planning approval rate near Birchall is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Birchall?

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

How can I track planning applications near Birchall?

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Birchall, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Birchall, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

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

About Birchall

Birchall, located in Herefordshire, is an English surname originating from the settlement of Birkle in Lancashire, which translates to "Birch hill." The historical evolution of the name also saw Birkle transform into "Birtle." This rich heritage may influence local planning applications, particularly in preserving the area's cultural and historical identity.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £356,212 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Forest of Dean
Parliamentary constituency: Forest of Dean
LSOA: Forest of Dean 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Birchall.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Birchall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

31 planning applications found near Birchall.

- Land at The Dragon House Putley Hereforshire
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 9 & 12 attached to planning permission 212914.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-09-11
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P242356/XA2 - Land at The Dragon House Putley Hereforshire
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 9 & 12 attached to planning permission 212914.
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-09-10
P232558/PA7 - Land off The Glebe Road Aylton Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 2RQ
Prior notification for proposed general purpose agricultural storage building.
Status: Approved | Type: All others - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-08-16
P222241/FH - Brick On Edge Putley Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 2RQ
Proposed single storey extension to side.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-07-20
P212914/F - The Dragon House Putley Hereforshire HR8 2RG
Farm diversification project change of use to a mixed use: agriculture and tourist accommodation (siting of 4 yurts and provisionof camping pitches), alterations to existing outbuilding to
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-08-09
P211470/F - Castle Orchard Putley Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 2RH
Proposed removal of condition 4 of planning permission DCNE2005/0288/F(Proposed relocation and redesign of approved dwelling. New detached garage) to remove the original agricultural worker restricti
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-04-11
P210245/U - Castle Orchard Putley Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 2RH
Occupation of the dwelling in breach of ref:DCNE2005/0288/F condition no.4. In excess of 10 years.
Status: Approved | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLEUD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-01-22
P193791/F - Land at Dragon House Putley Herefordshire
Proposed change of use of former business premises to single dwelling including extension and detached garage
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-11-04
P182013/XA2 - Rosedale Aylton Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 2RQ
Application for approval of details reserved by condition3 attacched to planning permission 180084.
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-05-29
P180084/FH - Rosedale Aylton Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 2RQ
Proposed single storey extensions and internal alterations. (For DOC 3see 182013)
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-01-17
P174425/PA6 - Dragon Orchard Putley Ledbury Herefordshire
Proposed change of use from agricultural building to storage.
Status: Approved | Type: (Part 3) Class R - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2017-11-24
P170645/FH - The Strawhouse Pixley Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 2RL
Facade remodelling and single-storey extension of an existing dwelling
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2017-03-15
N121963/F - Castle Orchard Old Castle Putley Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 2RH
Proposed agricultural building
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2012-07-08
N112069/AM - Brooklands Pixley Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 2RL
Non material amendment to DMN/111267/FH - Glazed link between the existing dwelling & new extension to replace two full length glazed panels with blockwork & render halfway with one 1200 mm doub
Status: Approved | Type: Non Material Amendment | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2011-08-02
N111267/FH - Brooklands Putley Nr Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 2RL
Removal of existing outbuilding and erection of single storey side extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2011-05-17
N110272/FH - Brooklands Putley Nr. Ledbury, Herefordshire HR8 2RL
Removal of existing outbuildings and erection of single storey side extension.
Status: Refused | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2011-02-03
DCN081638/F - The Old Rectory Pixley Ledbury, Herefordshire HR8 2QA
Removal of fir trees and old fence line, erect sound barrier fence, build walls and form gateway to entrance drive. Carry out planting - hedge along length of boundary.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2008-06-02
DCN080609/F - The Old Rectory Pixley Nr Ledbury, Herefordshire HR8 2QA
Removal of fir trees and old fence line. Erect sound barrier fence, build walls and form gateway to entrance drive. Carry out planting - hedge along length of boundary.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2008-03-03
DCN070969/F - The Old Rectory Pixley Ledbury, Herefordshire HR8 2QA
Proposed alteration and extension, new garage, driveway and entrance.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2007-03-29
DCN060452/F - Brick On Edge Aylton Ledbury, Herefordshire HR8 2RQ
Single storey extension to lounge.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2006-02-08

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A brief summary of Birchall in Herefordshire

Property prices in Birchall show an average sale price of £356,212, 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 Birchall a particularly low-crime area.

Birchall has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Putley, Aylton. 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 Birchall includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Mains Wood SSSI; 7 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 Birchall

In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Birchall. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 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 Birchall.

At 60 days on average, decisions near Birchall slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Birchall were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (3), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 12% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was 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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