How long do planning decisions take near Five Bridges?

The average planning decision time near Five Bridges is 29 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 Five Bridges?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Five Bridges?

The most common type of planning application near Five Bridges is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Five Bridges, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Five Bridges, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

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

About Five Bridges

Five Bridges is a notable area in Herefordshire, characterized by its scenic landscapes and rich cultural heritage. The region is named after its historic bridges, which serve as key landmarks. As part of ongoing development and planning initiatives, Five Bridges offers a unique blend of residential and commercial opportunities, making it an area of interest for potential investors and developers looking to navigate the local planning landscape.

District: Much Cowarne

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £314,814 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 005G

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Five Bridges.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Five Bridges based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

15 planning applications found near Five Bridges.

P260611/XA2 - Wye Cottage & Five Bridges Bishops Frome Herefordshire WR6 5BX
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 3 4 5 & 6 attached to planning permission 231980
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-06
- Wye Cottage & Five Bridges Bishops Frome Herefordshire WR6 5BX
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 3 4 5 & 6 attached to planning permission 231980
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-17
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P231980/F - Wye Cottage & Five Bridges Bishops Frome Herefordshire WR6 5BX
Change of use of Wye Cottage and Five Bridges to child minding and retention of outbuilding used as play barn.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-07-03
P184544/F - Fir Tree Inn Much Cowarne Herefordshire
Proposed conversion of redundant public house to form five dwellings (Part Retrospective)
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-01-21
P181788/XA2 - Town Farm Town Farm Road Castle Frome Herefordshire HR8 1HQ
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 5, 6 & 8 attached to planning permission 172144.
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-05-15
P174192/F - Fir Tree Inn Much Cowarne Herefordshire
Proposed variation of condition 2 of planning permission 150405 (Proposed conversion of former public house to 3 no. residential units) - to adjust parking layout and consequential minor al
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2017-11-06
P172144/F - Town Farm Poultry Unit Town Farm Road Castle Frome Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1HQ
Erection of 2 No. additional poultry buildings and associated infrastructure on established poultry farm. (For DOC 5,6 & 8 see 181788)
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2017-06-13
P163758/U - Mobile Home Rear Of Fir Tree Inn Much Cowarne Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4JN
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the existing use of land for the siting of a residential mobile home.
Status: Approved | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLEUD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2016-11-22
P161417/FH - Callow Marsh Villa Much Cowarne Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4JN
Proposed removal of existing workshop and store. Construction of extension to existing ancillary office/study and construction of new double garage and workshop.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2016-05-03
P150405/F - Fir Tree Inn Much Cowarne Herefordshire HR7 4JN
Proposed conversion of former public house to 3 no. residential units.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2015-02-10
P141679/F - The Fir Tree Inn Much Cowarne Herefordshire HR7 4JN
Proposed internal alterations to reduce licensed area to form one two bedroom flat
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2014-05-29
P141215/F - Fairlawns Much Cowarne Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4JN
Proposed retention of steel framed amenity and storage building
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2014-05-13
P141094/F - Town Farm Castle Frome Herefordshire HR8 1HQ
Proposed agricultural building to house biomass boiler and associated storage.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2014-05-04
P140793/U - No1 The Mobile Home Rear of Fir Tree Inn Much Cowarne Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4JN
Certificate of Lawful Development for an existing static caravan as residential.
Status: Refused | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLEUD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2014-03-30
P131713/F - Town Farm Town Farm Road Castle Frome Herefordshire HR8 1HQ
Construction of 4 no. poultry houses for 197,200 broilers, 4 no. control rooms, general purpose building and 8 no. feed bins, hard standing, underground dirty water tanks, gas tanks and modif
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2013-07-24

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A brief summary of Five Bridges in Herefordshire

Property prices in Five Bridges show an average sale price of £314,814, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Five Bridges 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 Five Bridges

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Five Bridges. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 29 days.

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

The average decision time of 29 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Five Bridges were discharge of conditions (1).

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