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Planning in Evesham

Approved
89%
76 of 80 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Evesham

Evesham is a market town and civil parish situated in the Wychavon district of Worcestershire, within the West Midlands region of England. Positioned centrally between Worcester, Cheltenham, and Stratford-upon-Avon, it is nestled in the fertile Vale of Evesham, an area celebrated for its rich market gardening heritage and agricultural potential. This context makes Evesham a significant area for planning applications related to both residential and agricultural development. The town has a population of approximately 27,684 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wychavon district.

Evesham covers an area of approximately 1601.3 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 Evesham show an average sale price of £302,102, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Evesham 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 (May 2026). This makes Evesham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Evesham 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.evesham.uk.com/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Evesham, 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, 105 planning applications were submitted near Evesham. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (27), discharge of conditions (19), listed building and heritage (11). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Evesham?
In the last 24 months, 105 planning applications were submitted near Evesham. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Evesham?
The average planning decision time near Evesham is 62 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 Evesham?
The planning approval rate near Evesham is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Evesham?
The most common type of planning application near Evesham is full planning applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Evesham?
You can search and track planning applications near Evesham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.