How long do planning decisions take near Cotheridge?

The average planning decision time near Cotheridge is 79 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 Cotheridge?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Cotheridge?

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

How can I track planning applications near Cotheridge?

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Cotheridge, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cotheridge, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

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

About Cotheridge

Cotheridge is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Malvern Hills district of Worcestershire, just 4 miles west of Worcester. The village is bordered by the River Teme to the south and southwest, where low-lying areas may be prone to flooding. Its soil comprises loam and clay, underlain by Keuper Marl, making it essential for planning applications to consider potential flood risk and soil characteristics.

Population: 269 (2021)

District: Malvern Hills

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Area Information

Admin district: Malvern Hills
Parliamentary constituency: West Worcestershire
LSOA: Malvern Hills 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cotheridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cotheridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Cotheridge.

- Wyneyard Cotheridge Worcester WR6 5LZ
Single storey dwelling and garage (Removal of Condition 2 of outline planning permission 77/01917/OUT Agricultural Occupancy)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2025-02-17
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- Wyneyard Cotheridge Worcester WR6 5LZ
Erection of bungalow and garage for occupation by farm manager”. (Removal of Condition 1 of reserved matters approval 78/00679/REM Agricultural Occupancy)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2025-02-17
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A brief summary of Cotheridge in Worcestershire

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

Cotheridge 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 Cotheridge includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Teme SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Cotheridge

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Cotheridge. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

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

The average decision period of 79 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Cotheridge were outline applications (2).

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