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Planning in Gorst Hill

Approved
80%
8 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Gorst Hill in the last 24 months, from Wyre Forest District Council's planning register.

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Around Gorst Hill

Postcode districts

DY14 98 applications in the last 12 monthsDY12 214 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wyre Forest District Council

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About Gorst Hill

Gorst Hill is a settlement located in Worcestershire, England.

Property prices in Gorst Hill show an average sale price of £251,245, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Gorst Hill 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 Gorst Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Gorst Hill has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Gorst 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Gorst Hill, 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, 14 planning applications were submitted near Gorst Hill. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 96 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), outline applications (3), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Gorst Hill?
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Gorst Hill. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Gorst Hill?
The average planning decision time near Gorst Hill is 96 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 Gorst Hill?
The planning approval rate near Gorst Hill is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Gorst Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Gorst Hill is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Gorst Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Gorst Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.