Search Defford planning applications
48 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Defford · updated daily · Wychavon District Council
Only 5 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Crofthurst Harpley Road Defford Worcester WR8 9BLAwaiting decisionErection of a single-storey side extension, and a detached oak-framed garage/workshop with integrated roof-mounted solar PV.Householder PlanningReceived 2 Nov 2026W/26/02484/HP
- Railway Inn Upton Road Defford Worcester WR8 9BAAwaiting decisionPermission in Principle for up to 7 dwellingsPermission in PrincipleReceived 21 Oct 2026W/26/02481/PIP
- Defford Cum Besford C Of E School Hill View Defford Worcester WR8 9BHApprovedT1 & T2: Quercus robur (English Oak). Prune 1-2m from tips of existing canopy, back to a growth point or by creating a natural target prune on the parent stem or main trunk where suitable and required. Undertake tree works as detailed on application form and in accompanying information.Tree preservation order application (works to)Received 15 Oct 2026Decided 2 Nov 2026W/26/02426/TPOA
- Crown House Upton Road Defford Worcester WR8 9BDAwaiting decisionCertificate of lawfulness for proposed removal of existing conservatory to rear and replacement with new single storey timber framed conservatoryCertificate of Lawfulness of proposed useReceived 24 Sep 2026W/26/02250/CLPU
- Defford Cum Besford C Of E School Hill View Defford Worcester WR8 9BHAwaiting decisionDischarge of conditions: 9 (construction and demolition environmental management plan); and 13 (lighting design strategy biodiversity) of planning permission W/25/01049/FULCondition DischargeReceived 22 Sep 2026W/26/02223/CCO
Planning in Defford
Only 8 decisions near Defford in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Defford in the last 24 months, from Wychavon District Council's planning register.
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Around Defford
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WR8 95 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Wychavon District Council
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About Defford
Defford is a quaint village in Worcestershire, nestled between Pershore and Upton-upon-Severn. Historically part of the Royal Forest of Horewell, the area's woodlands were largely cleared during the Civil War, shaping its current landscape. This rural setting may hold potential for various planning applications, reflecting its rich history and community character. The settlement has a population of approximately 607 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wychavon district.
Defford covers an area of approximately 684.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Defford area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Defford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Defford has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Defford 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Defford, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Defford.
The most common types were full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (1), telecoms (1).
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).