How long do planning decisions take near Blackmore End?

The average planning decision time near Blackmore End is 262 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 Blackmore End?

The planning approval rate near Blackmore End is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Blackmore End?

The most common type of planning application near Blackmore End is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Blackmore End?

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Blackmore End, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Blackmore End, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Blackmore End are administered by Wychavon District Council. View the full Wychavon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Wychavon
Parliamentary constituency: West Worcestershire
LSOA: Wychavon 019C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Blackmore End.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Blackmore End based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Blackmore End.

- Girlguiding Worcestershire Blackmore End Hanley Swan Worcester WR8 0EE
Application for Non-Material Amendment to planning permission M/23/00666/FUL - amendment to external materials (composite panels instead of brick) and dimensions (12m x 9m instead of 12.8m x 8.5m)
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2026-06-02
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A brief summary of Blackmore End in Worcestershire

Blackmore End is a settlement located in Worcestershire, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Blackmore End a particularly low-crime area.

Blackmore End has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Blackmore End includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Blackmore End

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Blackmore End. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 262 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 Blackmore End.

With an average of 262 days, decisions near Blackmore End take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 9-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Blackmore End were full planning applications (3), tree works (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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