How long do planning decisions take near Castlemorton?

The average planning decision time near Castlemorton is 134 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 Castlemorton?

The planning approval rate near Castlemorton is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Castlemorton?

The most common type of planning application near Castlemorton is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Castlemorton?

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Castlemorton, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Castlemorton, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Castlemorton are administered by Malvern Hills District Council. View the full Malvern Hills District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Castlemorton

Castlemorton is a picturesque village and civil parish situated near Malvern in Worcestershire's Malvern Hills District. The area features a village centre, extensive common land, and numerous farms and residences. Notably, in 2013, the Worcestershire Wildlife Trust acquired 42 acres of meadow at Hollybed Farm to restore it as a nature reserve, commemorating the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's coronation. This commitment to conservation may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area.

Population: 617 (2021)

District: Malvern Hills

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £318,715 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 009C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Castlemorton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Castlemorton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Castlemorton.

- Old School House Castlemorton Malvern WR13 6BG
Discharge of condition 4 (Part discharge) (window/door/lantern selection) of planning permission M/22/00607/HP
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2025-06-09
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A brief summary of Castlemorton in Worcestershire

Property prices in Castlemorton show an average sale price of £318,715, 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 Castlemorton a particularly low-crime area.

Castlemorton 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 Castlemorton includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Barn Meadow SSSI, Malthouse Farm Meadows SSSI, Castlemorton Common SSSI; 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 Castlemorton

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Castlemorton. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 134 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 Castlemorton.

With an average of 134 days, decisions near Castlemorton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Castlemorton were outline applications (2), full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were 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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