How long do planning decisions take near Grittlesend?

The average planning decision time near Grittlesend is 49 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 Grittlesend?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Grittlesend?

The most common type of planning application near Grittlesend is other, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Grittlesend?

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Grittlesend, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Grittlesend, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

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

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £318,715 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 009C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Grittlesend.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Grittlesend based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Grittlesend.

P231369/J - Little Winthill Farm C1140 From A4103 To Worcesters Cradley Herefordshire WR13 5NR
Careful selection and thinning of the Scots pine. Removal of 50% of the western red cedar and replacement with native woodland species consisting of oak, birch, rowan, and bird cherry.
Status: Approved | Type: Works to trees covered by TPO | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-05-02
- Little Winthill Farm C1140 From A4103 To Worcesters Cradley Herefordshire WR13 5NR
Careful selection and thinning of the Scots pine. Removal of 50% of the western red cedar and replacement with native woodland species consisting of oak, birch, rowan, and bird cherry.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-04-28
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P221430/FH - The Glen Grittlesend Cradley Malvern Herefordshire WR13 5NR
Proposed single storey side extension to existing dwelling. Replacement of existing sheds (already demolished) with log store and home office/garden storage buildings.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-05-04
P221431/L - The Glen Grittlesend Cradley Malvern Herefordshire WR13 5NR
Proposed single storey side extension to existing dwelling. Replacement of existing sheds (already demolished) with log store and home office/garden storage buildings.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-05-04

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A brief summary of Grittlesend in Herefordshire

Grittlesend is a settlement located in Herefordshire, England.

Property prices in Grittlesend show an average sale price of £318,715, 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 Grittlesend a particularly low-crime area.

Grittlesend 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 Grittlesend includes 16 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Malvern Hills. 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 Grittlesend

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Grittlesend. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

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

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Grittlesend were other applications (3), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

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