Goom's Hill, Worcestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Goom's Hill, Worcestershire.
Worcestershire · England · settlement
About Goom's Hill
Abbots Morton is a quaint village and civil parish in Worcestershire's Wychavon district, boasting around 70 homes and four working farms. The hamlet of Goom's Hill is part of this parish, which historically served as a retreat for the Abbots of Evesham Abbey, with remnants of the surrounding moat still evident. The local church, dedicated to St Peter, dates back over a millennium, contributing to the village's rich heritage, while the population stood at 139 according to the 2021 census.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Wychavon
- Parliamentary constituency: Droitwich and Evesham
- LSOA: Wychavon 008D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Goom's Hill.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Goom's Hill.
- 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 Goom's Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Goom's Hill.
- - Yew Tree Cottage Gooms Hill Abbots Morton Worcester WR7 4LT
Replace existing septic tank with underground sewage treatment plant.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-01-26
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A brief summary of Goom's Hill in Worcestershire
Abbots Morton is a quaint village and civil parish in Worcestershire's Wychavon district, boasting around 70 homes and four working farms. The hamlet of Goom's Hill is part of this parish, which historically served as a retreat for the Abbots of Evesham Abbey, with remnants of the surrounding moat still evident. The local church, dedicated to St Peter, dates back over a millennium, contributing to the village's rich heritage, while the population stood at 139 according to the 2021 census.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Goom's Hill a particularly low-crime area.
Goom's Hill has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Rous Lench, Abbots Moreton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Goom's Hill includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Long Meadow, Thorn SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Goom's Hill 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.
Planning Activity in Goom's Hill
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Goom's Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Goom's Hill may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 59 days on average, decisions near Goom's Hill slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Goom's Hill were full planning applications (2), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.