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Planning in Floodgates

Approved
88%
14 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Floodgates in the last 24 months, from Herefordshire Council's planning register.

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About Floodgates

Floodgates in Herefordshire, commonly referred to as stop gates, are vital structures used to regulate water flow within flood barriers, reservoirs, and levee systems. These adjustable gates play a crucial role in managing spillway crest heights in dams and controlling flow rates in sluices and canals, ensuring effective flood management and water resource allocation. Their ability to halt water flow entirely makes them essential for storm surge protection and overall water level management in the region.

Property prices in Floodgates show an average sale price of £277,579, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Floodgates 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 Floodgates a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Floodgates has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Floodgates 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 Floodgates, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Floodgates. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Floodgates?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Floodgates. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Floodgates?
The average planning decision time near Floodgates is 61 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 Floodgates?
The planning approval rate near Floodgates is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
How can I track planning applications near Floodgates?
You can search and track planning applications near Floodgates on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.