How long do planning decisions take near Brand Green?

The average planning decision time near Brand Green is 39 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 Brand Green?

The planning approval rate near Brand Green is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Brand Green?

The most common type of planning application near Brand Green is tree works applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Brand Green, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Brand Green, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

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

About Brand Green

Brand Green is a quaint village located in Gloucestershire, England, known for its rural charm and community spirit. As a part of Herefordshire, it offers a unique blend of picturesque landscapes and local amenities, making it a relevant area for planning applications and developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £377,100 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Malvern Hills
Parliamentary constituency: West Worcestershire
LSOA: Malvern Hills 011B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Brand Green.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Brand Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Brand Green.

P231196/FH - Coach House Cottage, Brand Lodge Jubilee Drive Upper Colwall Malvern Herefordshire WR13 6DW
Removal of existing partition walls between gallery kitchen adjoining existing entrance and reception room, removal of existing kitchen and utility room, installation of 'U' shaped kitchen to replace
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-04-19
P231197/L - Coach House, Brand Lodge Jubilee Drive Upper Colwall Malvern Herefordshire WR13 6DW
Removal of existing partition walls between gallery kitchen adjoining existing entrance and reception room, removal of existing kitchen and utility room, installation of 'U' shaped kitchen to replace
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-04-19

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A brief summary of Brand Green in Herefordshire

Property prices in Brand Green show an average sale price of £377,100, 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 Brand Green a particularly low-crime area.

Brand Green has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Colwall Stone and Upper Colwall. 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 Brand Green includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): The Malvern Hills SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Malvern Hills. 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 Brand Green

In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Brand Green. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Brand Green.

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Brand Green were tree works (12), full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 19 smaller schemes were submitted.

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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