How long do planning decisions take near Green Street (WR5)?

The average planning decision time near Green Street (WR5) is 51 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 Green Street (WR5)?

The planning approval rate near Green Street (WR5) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Green Street (WR5)?

The most common type of planning application near Green Street (WR5) is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Green Street (WR5)?

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Green Street (WR5), Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Green Street (WR5), Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Green Street (WR5) are administered by Worcester City Council. View the full Worcester City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £294,360 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Worcester
Parliamentary constituency: Worcester
LSOA: Worcester 008C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Green Street (WR5).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Green Street (WR5).

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 Green Street (WR5) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Green Street (WR5).

- 2 Brook End Cottages Brookend Lane Kempsey Worcester WR5 3LF
Erection of single storey extension and balcony.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2026-02-13
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- Little Brookend Farm Brookend Lane Kempsey Worcester WR5 3LF
Change of Use and Conversion of Agricultural Buildings to One Residential Dwelling and Outbuilding
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2026-02-13
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- Little Brookend Farm Brookend Lane Kempsey Worcester WR5 3LF
Notification for Prior Approval for the proposed change of use of an Agricultural Building to two Dwellinghouses (Class C3), and for building operations reasonably necessary for the conversion
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2025-04-28
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A brief summary of Green Street (WR5) in Worcestershire

Green Street (WR5) is a settlement located in Worcestershire, England.

Property prices in Green Street (WR5) show an average sale price of £294,360, 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 Green Street (WR5) a particularly low-crime area.

Green Street (WR5) has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Green Street (WR5) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Napleton Meadow SSSI. 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 Green Street (WR5)

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Green Street (WR5). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Green Street (WR5) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Green Street (WR5) were full planning applications (2), other applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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