How long do planning decisions take near Dilwyn?

The average planning decision time near Dilwyn is 101 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 Dilwyn?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Dilwyn?

The most common type of planning application near Dilwyn is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dilwyn?

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Dilwyn, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dilwyn, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

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

About Dilwyn

Dilwyn is a picturesque village in Herefordshire, England, approximately 18 km from Hereford and 9 km from Leominster. Nestled on the northern edge of a broad valley, it benefits from proximity to the Stretford Brook to the south, as well as the rivers Arrow and Lugg to the north, making it a notable area for planning applications focused on rural development and environmental considerations.

Population: 739 (2021)

District: Herefordshire

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Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dilwyn.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dilwyn based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

92 planning applications found near Dilwyn.

- Meadow View 11 Castle Mount Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8JP
Removal of Cypress tree AT 11, Castle Mount, Dilwyn.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-07
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P261007/K - Meadow View 11 Castle Mount Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8JP
Removal of Cypress tree AT 11, Castle Mount, Dilwyn.
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-06
P260243/K - Land on C1091 Dilwyn HR4 8HW
Robinia, Sycamore and Ash Remove major deadwood overhanging roadside
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-02
- Land on C1091 Dilwyn HR4 8HW
Robinia, Sycamore and Ash Remove major deadwood overhanging roadside
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-28
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P260029/FH - The Tan House Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8JW
Horse riding arena, 60ft diameter round pen, post and rail fencing with sand and fibre surface.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-21
- The Tan House Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8JW
Horse riding arena, 60ft diameter round pen, post and rail fencing with sand and fibre surface.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-07
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P260023/K - The Martins Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8HL
Fell Yew tree with stump ground out.
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-06
- The Martins Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8HL
Fell Yew tree with stump ground out.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-06
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P260001/K - The Old Parsonage Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8HW
5 DAY NOTICE - T1 - Acacia - remove dangerous stem to ground level
Status: Approved | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-02
- The Old Parsonage Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8HW
5 DAY NOTICE - T1 - Acacia - remove dangerous stem to ground level
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-02
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P253699/K - The Martins Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8HL
Felling and removal of stump of Holly Oak - tree has grown too tall and is far too close to bungalow, it is growing towards the conservatory and its branches are overhanging and touching t
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-29
- The Martins Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8HL
Felling and removal of stump of Holly Oak - tree has grown too tall and is far too close to bungalow, it is growing towards the conservatory and its branches are overhanging and touching the property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-29
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P252960/K - The Coach House Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8HW
T1 & T2 - Western red cedar. Fell to ground level. T3 - Crown raise yew tree for vehicle access along driveway.
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-10-13
P252838/K - Hazelbank Cottage 6 Castle Mount Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8JP
3 x Hazel trees and 1 x elder tree require crown thinning. We wish to reduce the height of these trees by a third to stimulate new growth. 1x dead hazel tree to be removed.
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-10-01
P252679/K - The White House Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8HR
Proposed works to yew tree (T1) - fell yew tree due to concerns about root system/size and proximity to house.
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-09-16
P252656/K - 16 Castle Mount Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8JP
Chequers Tree (T1) - Crown reduction to same level as completed in February 2022 (approx 25%).
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-09-14
P251693/F - Old Forge Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8HL
Proposed conversion of former Studio to annex accommodation in association with the dwelling; modifications to covered area joining the two outbuildings to provide an external kitchen & dining
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-06-30
P251694/L - Old Forge Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8HL
Proposed conversion of former Studio to annex accommodation in association with the dwelling; modifications to covered area joining the two outbuildings to provide an external kitchen & dining
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-06-30
P251592/RM - Dilwyn Church Of England Primary School Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8HR
Application for approval of reserved matters following outline approval 232737 - Demolition of redundant outside original old toilet block to create a small new classroom.
Status: Approved | Type: Approval of Reserved Matters | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-06-11
- Old Forge Dilwyn Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8HL
Proposed conversion of former Studio to annex accommodation in association with the dwelling; modifications to covered area joining the two outbuildings to provide an external kitchen & dining space i
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-06-09
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A brief summary of Dilwyn in Herefordshire

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

Dilwyn has one conservation area within its boundaries: Dilwyn. 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 Dilwyn includes 4 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 Dilwyn

In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Dilwyn. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 101 days.

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

With an average of 101 days, decisions near Dilwyn take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Dilwyn were tree works (5), full planning applications (3), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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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