How long do planning decisions take near Byford?

The average planning decision time near Byford 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 Byford?

The planning approval rate near Byford is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Byford?

The most common type of planning application near Byford is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Byford?

You can search and track planning applications near Byford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

Byford, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Byford, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

View council

About Byford

Byford is a quaint village and civil parish located along the River Wye in Herefordshire, approximately 11 km (7 miles) west of Hereford. The population has grown from 119 in 2001 to 201 by the 2011 census, indicating a small but vibrant community, which may be of interest to those considering planning applications in the area.

Population: 98 (2021)

District: Herefordshire

Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Byford.

Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £288,400 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 007C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Byford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Byford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

18 planning applications found near Byford.

P243144/O - Land adjacent to Wyeside Cottages Byford Herefordshire HR4 7LD
Outline application with all matters, save access, reserved for the erection of a Self-Build dwellinghouse.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-01-13
P221014/FH - Lower Farmhouse Byford Hereford Herefordshire HR4 7LD
Proposed erection of a greenhouse within the curtilage of a listed building.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-06-13
P161455/FH - Lower Farmhouse Byford Hereford Herefordshire HR4 7LD
Proposed erection of a summerhouse.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2016-05-19
N110682/FH - 2 Wyeside Cottages Byford Herefordshire HR4 7LD
Proposed outbuilding to form open fronted garaging, workshop & mower store at ground floor level with domestic office at first floor level.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2011-03-21
CW091950/L - Fallsbrook House Green Lane Byford, Herefordshire HR4 7LD
Structural repairs to (front) south elevation
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2009-08-17
CW080864/F - 2 Wyeside Cottages Byford Hereford, Herefordshire HR4 7LD
Proposed two storey extension to form living room, entrance hall, bedroom and en-suite shower room.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2008-04-03
DCW063999/F - Dark Orchards Byford Hereford, Herefordshire HR4 7LD
Proposed porch and garage
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2006-12-06
DCC052321/F - Byford House Byford Hereford, Herefordshire HR4 7LD
Proposed enlargement of living accommodation granted under planning permission NW2001/0076/F
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2005-07-04
DCC044194/L - Rozel Cottage Byford Hereford, Herefordshire HR4 7LD
Demolition of lean-to. New porches and internal alterations.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2004-09-29
DCC043036/L - Rosel Cottage & Wye Leys Byford Herefordshire HR4 7LD
Internal and external alterations, new windows and insertion of door to garage
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2004-06-20
DS041609/L - Rozel Cottage Byford Hereford, Herefordshire HR4 7LD
Re-opening of former internal doorways between Rozelle and Wyeleys
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2004-04-06
DCN023503/L - Rosel Cottage & Reading Room C Byford Hereford, Herefordshire HR4 7LD
Proposed new windows
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2002-11-07
DCN022678/F - Barn Near Byford Court Herefordshire
Conversion of redundant stone barn to dwelling & associated Dutch barnto garage.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2002-08-22
DCN022492/L - Rozel Cottage And Reading Room Byford Hereford, Herefordshire HR4 7LD
Replacement of Windows.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2002-08-15
DCN021995/F - 1 Wyeside Cottages Byford Hereford, Herefordshire HR4 7LD
Two storey extension
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2002-06-25
DCN021257/L - Reading Room Cottage Byford Hereford HR4 7LD
Internal alterations to ground floor layout and repositioned staircase.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2002-04-18
DCN001656/F - Byford House Byford Hereford, Herefordshire HR4 7LD
Change of use of part of The Bothy storage building to create self contained flat
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2001-01-12
DCN990691/L - Rozel Cottage Byford Hereford, Herefordshire HR4 7LD
Replacement of front window and internal alterations
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 1999-07-13

Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.

A brief summary of Byford in Herefordshire

Property prices in Byford show an average sale price of £288,400, 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 Byford a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Byford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Wye SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Wye. 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, Byford 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.

Planning Activity in Byford

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Byford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Byford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Byford were outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

Nearby Towns

Explore planning applications in nearby areas:

Related Planning Guides

What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
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.