How long do planning decisions take near Fownhope?

The average planning decision time near Fownhope is 47 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 Fownhope?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Fownhope?

The most common type of planning application near Fownhope is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Fownhope?

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Fownhope, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fownhope, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

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

About Fownhope

Fownhope is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Herefordshire, England, nestled along the banks of the scenic River Wye. Renowned for its stunning natural beauty, this charming community had a population of 999 as recorded in the 2011 census, making it a quaint yet vibrant area for potential planning applications.

Population: 984 (2021)

District: Herefordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £288,400 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: Hereford and South Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 012C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Fownhope.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Fownhope based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

65 planning applications found near Fownhope.

P261382/FH - Lavender Cottage Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4QA
Installation of external wall insulation and re-rendering
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-10
P260466/FH - Well Cottage Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4QA
Remove existing conservatory and replace with a dining room extension and small office.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-09
- 1 Nash Cottages Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4PS
Rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-04
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P260668/FH - 1 Nash Cottages Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4PS
Rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-04
- Well Cottage Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4QA
Remove existing conservatory and replace with a dining room extension and small office.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-16
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P260143/FH - 2 Fern Cottages Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4PG
Replacement windows and front door to the front elevation.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-04
- 2 Fern Cottages Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4PG
Replacement windows and front door to the front elevation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-19
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P251925/K - Highland Place Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4PQ
1 medium sized sycamore - all over crown reduction by 1/3 of canopy. 1small apple tree - pruned. 3 alders - reduced. Trees are overcrowding the garden and the property proprietors are concerned trees
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-08-13
P252335/K - St Marys Church Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4PF
Four Fastigutate Yew trees at the southern end of the churchyard. It is proposed to remove the trees.
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-08-13
P251858/FH - 48 Nover Wood Drive Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4PN
Proposed erection of a garden room with attached shed.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-07-30
- 48 Nover Wood Drive Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4PN
Proposed erection of a garden room with attached shed.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-06-25
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P251855/FH - Nash Villa Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4PS
Proposed addition of new windows to existing cellar to use as an office and small first floor extension to rear with a screened balcony.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-06-24
P251791/AM - Canon House Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4PH
Proposed non-material amendment to planning permission 250978 (Erection of an outbuilding in garden) - To extend the roof covering to form a covered space for the storage of logs/outside furn
Status: Approved | Type: Non Material Amendment | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-06-19
P250946/F - East of Tylers Croft Hawker's Lane Fownhope Herefordshire
Proposed conversion of cooking cabin to form 1 bed holiday let; the construction of cooking cabin for existing snail production and preparation business.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-05-15
P250978/FH - Canon House Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4PH
Erection of an outbuilding in garden.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-03-24
P250382/XA2 - Land adjacent to Fownhope Medical Centre Common Hill Lane Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 2 and 4 attached to planning permission 232195
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-01-29
P250381/XA2 - Land adjacent to Fownhope Medical Centre Common Hill Lane Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 14 15 16 & 17 attached to planning permission 171637
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-01-29
P250259/L - Manor Farmhouse Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4PG
Replacement of several windows to the north elevation.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-01-20
P242828/K - Manor Farmhouse Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4PG
T1: Cypress (x2) - sectionally dismantle down to ground level. T2: Leylandii Arch - fell to ground level. T3: Hedge - reduce down by approx 2ft
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-11-01
P242149/FH - Broom Cottage Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4QA
Proposed single storey extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-08-20

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A brief summary of Fownhope in Herefordshire

Property prices in Fownhope show an average sale price of £288,400, 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 Fownhope a particularly low-crime area.

Fownhope has one conservation area within its boundaries: Fownhope. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Fownhope includes 5 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lea & Pagets Woods SSSI, Cherry Hill Wood SSSI, Common Hill SSSI and 2 more; 15 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Wye Valley; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Wye. 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 Fownhope

In the last 24 months, 61 planning applications were submitted near Fownhope. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

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

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Fownhope were full planning applications (5), tree works (5), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 8% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

9 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 7 were dismissed (22% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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