How long do planning decisions take near Ganarew?

The average planning decision time near Ganarew is 50 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ganarew?

The most common type of planning application near Ganarew is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ganarew?

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Ganarew, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ganarew, Herefordshire.

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About Ganarew

Ganarew is a charming village and small civil parish in south Herefordshire, situated close to the River Wye and the Welsh border. Located just 0.62 miles southwest of Whitchurch along the A40 road, it falls within the electoral ward of Kerne Bridge and is approximately 2 miles from Monmouth and 8 miles from Ross-on-Wye. Notable landmarks include the Church of St Swithin and Ganarew Manor, making the area of interest for potential planning applications.

Population: 141 (2021)

District: Herefordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £374,736 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Monmouthshire
Parliamentary constituency: Monmouthshire
LSOA: Monmouthshire 004F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ganarew.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ganarew based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

29 planning applications found near Ganarew.

P250272/F - The Granary Church Road Ganarew Herefordshire NP25 3SS
Proposed part demolition of existing steel frame barns and change of use of remaining barn to residential (2 dwellings and associated gardens).
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-02-06
P250133/FH - The Bungalow, Ganarew Farm Ganarew Monmouth Herefordshire NP25 3SS
Proposed demolition of existing conservatory and proposed single storey extensions.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-01-28
P143568/F - Ganarew Care Home Ganarew Nr Monmouth Herefordshire NP25 3SS
Proposed construction of unit to form assisted living accommodation.
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2014-11-28
S122312/F - Peacelands Ganarew Monmouth Herefordshire NP25 3SS
Land levelling and stable block, existing field shelter and change of agricultural land to domestic curtilage
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2012-09-09
S112776/F - Ganarew Care Home Ganarew Nr. Monmouth NP25 3SS
Construction of dormer bungalow units to form assisted living accommodation.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2011-10-10
S112058/F - Peacelands Ganarew Herefordshire NP25 3SS
Proposed change of use of ground floor utility room into a dental laboratory and the installation of an external propane gas cylinder.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2011-08-09
S110512/F - Ganarew Care Home Ganarew Nr. Monmouth Herefordshire NP25 3SS
Construction of dormer bungalow units to form eight bedroom assisted living accommodation with staff accommodation in the roof.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2011-03-01
DSE091401/F - Ganarew House Retirement Home Ganarew Herefordshire NP25 3SS
Retrospective application for laundry vent at ganarew house retirementhome
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2009-06-10
DS063482/F - Peacelands Ganarew Monmouth, Herefordshire NP25 3SS
Removal of agricultural occupancy condition (Condition 6 from SE1999/3116/F and Condition 4 from SE2001/2290/F)
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2006-10-18
DS061633/F - Ganarew House Ganarew Nr Whitchurch, Herefordshire NP25 3SS
Two storey extension to residential home.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2006-05-17
DS060906/F - Peacelands Ganarew Monmouth, Herefordshire NP25 3SS
Retrospective application for a lean to conservatory and decking.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2006-04-09
DS060470/F - Peacelands Ganarew Monmouth, Herefordshire NP25 3SS
Removal of agricultural occupancy condition.
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2006-02-20
DS052856/L - The Manor House Ganarew Monmouth, Herefordshire NP25 3SU
Removal of single leaf gate from site.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2005-08-18
DS052187/F - Ganarew House Ganarew Nr Whitchurch, Herefordshire NP25 3SS
Two storey extension to residential home.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2005-06-29
DS050042/F - The Manor House Ganarew Monmouth NP25 3SU
Demolish shed. Proposed summerhouse.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2005-01-04
DS043055/L - The Manor House Ganarew Monmouth, Herefordshire NP5 3SU
Restoration and repositioning of gate posts. Demolition of corrugated iron structure.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2004-06-21
DS043041/L - The Manor House Ganarew Monmouth, Herefordshire NP25 3SU
Replacement of four windows and replacement of a casement to a fifth window on S.W. elevation.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2004-06-21
DS033956/F - Great Hillshone Cottage Ganarew Monmouth, Herefordshire NP25 3SS
Proposed extensions and alterations
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2003-12-22
DS031037/U - Great Hillshone Farm Ganarew Monmouth, Herefordshire NP5 3SS
Existing and continued use as a dwelling of a residential static home and its residential curtilage.
Status: Approved | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLEUD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2003-03-30
DS030138/F - Great Hillshone Barn Lewstone Ganarew, Nr Monmouth NP25 3SS
New double garage
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2003-01-15

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A brief summary of Ganarew in Herefordshire

Property prices in Ganarew show an average sale price of £374,736, 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 Ganarew a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ganarew includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Upper Wye Gorge SSSI, River Wye SSSI; 13 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Wye Valley; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Wye, Wye Valley Woodlands. 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 Ganarew

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Ganarew. The average decision time was 50 days.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ganarew were tree works (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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