How long do planning decisions take near Checkley?

The average planning decision time near Checkley is 15 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 Checkley?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Checkley?

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

How can I track planning applications near Checkley?

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Checkley, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Checkley, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

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

About Checkley

Checkley is a village and civil parish located in the Staffordshire Moorlands district of Staffordshire, England. Known for its rural charm, the area presents various opportunities for planning applications, making it an appealing destination for development and community projects.

District: Mordiford

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £320,706 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: Hereford and South Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 012C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Checkley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Checkley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

45 planning applications found near Checkley.

P261185/FH - The Beeches Checkley Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Variation of condition 2 of planning permission 242580 (Proposed refurbishment of the existing house, including a gabled extension on the northeast elevation, a veranda on the southwest elevatio
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-17
P260568/XA2 - Checkley Old Chapel C1293 From Whitehall Road To P Checkley Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 3, 4, 5, 7 & 8 attached to planning permission 251483.
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-18
- Checkley Old Chapel C1293 From Whitehall Road To P Checkley Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 3, 4, 5, 7 & 8 attached to planning permission 251483.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-18
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P251788/FH - The Barn Checkley Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Proposed installation of free standing greenhouse.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-06-18
P251483/F - Checkley Old Chapel C1293 From Whitehall Road To P Checkley Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Erection of a replacement self-build dwelling with associated landscaping and drainage (For DOC 3, 4, 5, 7 & 8 see 260568)
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-05-18
P250933/EIA - The Beeches Checkley Mordiford Hereford HR1 4ND
Request for Screening opinion - Upgrade approx 185 meters of existing 11kV overhead line from single phase (2 wire) to three phase (3 wire).
Status: Undecided | Type: EIA SCREENING | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-03-17
P242912/XA2 - The Chestnuts Checkley Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3attached toplanning permission 232759
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-11-12
P242580/FH - The Beeches Checkley Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Proposed refurbishment of the existing house, including a gabled extension on the northeast elevation, a veranda on the southwest elevation, and porch on the northwest side.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-10-06
P233586/F - The Chestnuts Checkley Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Proposed first floor extension to approved garage comprising art room and storage space ancillary to the main house and increase in the garden curtilage.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-12-20
P232759/F - The Chestnuts Checkley Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Application variation of a condition 2 following permission 223446 (Proposed replacement dwelling comprising a two storey 4 bedroom energy efficient home, with a detached plant room and carpor
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-09-17
P232658/U - Checkley Old Chapel Checkley Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Certificate of Lawful Development for the existing use as a dwelling house.
Status: Approved | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLEUD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-09-03
P223951/FH - Blackthorn Cottage Checkley Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Proposed extension of Blackthorn Cottage.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-02-02
P223446/F - The Chestnuts Checkley Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Proposed replacement dwelling comprising a two storey 4 bedroom energy efficient home, with a detached plant room and carport
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-11-07
P223631/L - Swilgrove Cottage Checkley Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Proposed works to include single storey extensions to north and the south, upgrading and altering existing extensions including reducing the amount of glazing, adding insulation, cladding much of t
Status: Refused | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-10-27
P223630/FH - Swilgrove Cottage Checkley Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Proposed works to include single storey extensions to north and the south, upgrading and altering existing extensions including reducing the amount of glazing, adding insulation, cladding much of t
Status: Refused | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-10-27
P213994/FH - Gate Cottage Checkley Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Proposed single storey extension and alterations.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-11-05
P210561/FH - The Chestnuts Checkley Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Proposed variation of a condition 2 of planning permission 194427 (Application for variation of a condition 2 following grant of planning permission 182116 (two storey side extension and al
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-02-11
P204432/L - Swilgrove Cottage Checkley Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Proposed alteration and extension of the modern, single-storey components attached to the main dwelling.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-01-13
P204431/FH - Swilgrove Cottage Checkley Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Proposed alteration and extension of the modern, single-storey components attached to the main dwelling.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-01-13
P203922/FH - Blackthorn Cottage Checkley Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4ND
Proposed single storey extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2020-11-27

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A brief summary of Checkley in Herefordshire

Property prices in Checkley show an average sale price of £320,706, 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 Checkley a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Checkley includes 4 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Perton Roadside Section and Quarry SSSI, Little Hill SSSI, Sharpnage Wood SSSI and 1 more; 11 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Wye Valley. 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 Checkley

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Checkley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 15 days.

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

The average decision time of 15 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

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

1 planning appeal was 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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