Eckington, Worcestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Eckington, Worcestershire.
Worcestershire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Eckington are administered by Wychavon District Council. View the full Wychavon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Eckington
Eckington is a quaint village located near the southern border of Worcestershire, with a population of 1,202 as recorded in the 2001 census. Its charming rural setting and community-focused environment make it a noteworthy area for those researching planning applications and local development opportunities.
Population: 1,257 (2021) · Area: 876.2 km²
District: Wychavon
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Area Information
- Admin district: Wychavon
- Parliamentary constituency: Droitwich and Evesham
- LSOA: Wychavon 010E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Eckington.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Eckington.
- 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 Eckington based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
13 planning applications found near Eckington.
- - Cleveleys Church Street Eckington Pershore WR10 3AN
Fell Purple Prunus to as near to surrounding ground level as possible, reduce Hazel to approximately 6 meters above ground level, reduce Oak to approximately 6 meters above ground level, and trim Beec
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-07-06
View full details - - Land At (Os 9260 4129) South Of Hacketts Lane Eckington
Discharge of conditions 3 (Archaeological written scheme of investigation),12 (Residential welcome pack),13 (Boundary treatment),14 (External lighting scheme),15 (Renewable or low carbon energy) and 1
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-06-01
View full details - - Glebe Cottage School Lane Eckington Pershore WR10 3AU
1 X Hazel, leading limbs are in heavy decline, carry out an entire crown reduction of Approx. 6-8 feet to live growth to allow a new crown to form. Undertake tree works, as detailed on application for
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - - Fir Tree House Cotheridge Lane Eckington Pershore WR10 3BA
Undertake tree works as detailed on the application form and any other accompanying information.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - Land At OS 9240 4107 Tewkesbury Road Eckington
Permission in Principle application for up to 9 houses
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - Eckington C Of E Primary School School Lane Eckington Pershore WR10 3AU
Undertake tree works, as detailed on application form and in any accompanying information.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - Land At (Os 9227 4192) Pershore Road Eckington
Outline Planning Application for a new development of 25 dwellings with new access and associated infrastructure
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - 3 Jarvis Street Eckington Pershore WR10 3AS
Undertake tree works, as detailed on application form and in any accompanying information
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - The Lenches New Road Eckington Pershore WR10 3AZ
Demolition of a existing Garage and Erection of New Outbuilding to provide a Gym/Home Office and Studio
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - 1 Silk Mill Row School Lane Eckington WR10 3AT
Undertake tree works as detailed on application form and in any accompanying information.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2025-12-10
View full details - - Land At (Os 9260 4129) South Of Hacketts Lane Eckington
Discharge of Conditions 3 (Written Scheme of Investigation), 4 (Surface water drainage strategy), 5 (Land contamination risk assessment), 6 (HMMP) and 7 (CEMP) of Planning Permission number W/24/01159
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2025-07-30
View full details - - Drakes Bridge House Drakes Bridge Road Eckington WR10 3BN
Discharge of condition 1 (scheme for provision of boundary treatments, landscaping, parking and access arrangements) of Appeal numbers APP/H1840/C/24/3354241 and APP/H1840/C/24/3354242
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2025-05-16
View full details - - 1 Silk Mill Row School Lane Eckington Pershore WR10 3AT
Undertake tree works as described on the application form and any accompanying information
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2023-10-04
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A brief summary of Eckington in Worcestershire
Eckington is a quaint village located near the southern border of Worcestershire, with a population of 1,202 as recorded in the 2001 census. Its charming rural setting and community-focused environment make it a noteworthy area for those researching planning applications and local development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,257 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wychavon district.
Eckington covers an area of approximately 876.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Eckington a particularly low-crime area.
Eckington has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Birlingham, Eckington. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Eckington includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Eckington Railway Cutting SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Eckington 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.
Planning Activity in Eckington
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Eckington. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Eckington may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 69 days on average, decisions near Eckington slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Eckington were tree works (7), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2). 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, 1 medium-scale application, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.
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