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Planning in Elmley Castle

Approved
86%
19 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Elmley Castle in the last 24 months, from Wychavon District Council's planning register.

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About Elmley Castle

Elmley Castle is a quaint village and civil parish situated in Worcestershire, England, positioned on the northern slope of Bredon Hill, approximately three miles southeast of Pershore. Falling within the Wychavon district, this area presents a charming rural setting that may be of interest to those researching planning applications and development opportunities in a picturesque English village. The settlement has a population of approximately 541 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wychavon district.

Elmley Castle covers an area of approximately 1131.3 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Elmley Castle show an average sale price of £342,572, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Elmley Castle a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Elmley Castle has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Elmley Castle 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Elmley Castle, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Elmley Castle. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (12), full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Elmley Castle?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Elmley Castle. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Elmley Castle?
The average planning decision time near Elmley Castle is 53 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 Elmley Castle?
The planning approval rate near Elmley Castle is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Elmley Castle?
The most common type of planning application near Elmley Castle is tree works applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Elmley Castle?
You can search and track planning applications near Elmley Castle on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.