How long do planning decisions take near Hales Bank?

The average planning decision time near Hales Bank is 95 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 Hales Bank?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hales Bank?

The most common type of planning application near Hales Bank is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hales Bank?

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Hales Bank, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hales Bank, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

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

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Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 005F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hales Bank.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hales Bank based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

38 planning applications found near Hales Bank.

P260097/PA7 - Land at The Mill Little Cowarne Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4RG
Prior notification for proposed replacement agricultural building for the storage of hay and forage.
Status: Approved | Type: All others - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-14
P251182/XA2 - Land at Lower Woodend Stoke Lacy Herefordshire HR7 4HQ
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 2,4,6 & 10 of planning permission 242591
Status: Undecided | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-04-13
P242892/ENF - Lower Woodend Wood End Lane Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HQ
Enforcement Appeal
Status: Appeal | Type: Enforcement Appeal | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-11-08
P242591/F - Land at Lower Woodend Stoke Lacy Herefordshire HR7 4HQ
Change of use of land to plant hire business and erection of a pole barn associated with this use, and erection of an additional building for a mixed use of plant hire business and domestic use.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-11-06
- Lower Woodend Wood End Lane Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HQ
Enforcement Appeal
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-10-31
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P242553/FH - The Ditchings Wood End Lane Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HQ
Proposed side extension and roof replacement, new parking, retaining walls, porch and siting of temporary containers.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-10-22
- The Ditchings Wood End Lane Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HQ
Proposed side extension and roof replacement, new parking, retaining walls, porch and siting of temporary containers.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-10-03
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P230446/F - Lower Woodend Stoke Lacy Herefordshire HR7 4HQ
Change of use of land to plant hire business and erection of a pole barn associated with this use, and erection of an additional building for a mixed use of plant hire business and domestic use.
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-08-13
P224269/FH - Meadow End Little Cowarne Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4RG
Proposed installation of 28 solar PV panels on garage roof.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-01-10
P223083/PA7 - The Ditchings Wood End Lane Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HQ
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed steel frame barn for the storage of agricultural machinery
Status: Approved | Type: All others - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-09-14
P222114/H - Mill Lane Little Cowarne Herefordshire HR7 4RG
Removal of 140m hedgerow to allow reinstatement of track.
Status: Undecided | Type: Hedgerow Removal | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-06-21
P214603/FH - The Ditchings Wood End Lane Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HQ
Single storey rear extension
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-12-17
P211536/PA7 - The Mill Farm Little Cowarne Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4RG
Application for prior notification for proposed new steel portal framefodder and straw storage building.
Status: Approved | Type: All others - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-04-14
P201390/F - Land at the Mill Farm Little Cowarne Herefordshire
Provision of a single log cabin for holiday accommodation and associated parking for 2 cars.
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2020-05-05
P200510/FH - The Hop Kiln Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HQ
Proposed installation of new eco efficient and secure windows and doors.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2020-03-03
P200511/L - The Hop Kiln Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HQ
Proposed installation of new eco efficient and secure windows and doors.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2020-03-03
P184176/F - The Mill Farm Little Cowarne Herefordshire
Change of use - Proposed change of use agricultural land to house two temporary mobile homes for holiday let accommodation
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-03-01
P174590/L - The Maltings Wood End Lane Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HQ
Proposed solar PV installation.
Status: Refused | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-02-20
P180287/FH - The Hop Kiln Wood End Lane Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HQ
Proposed solar System A 3.9 KW system fitted to the rear south facing roof aspect of property, patio shelter, new timber cabin and bridge toconnect the cabin to patio
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-02-16
P180288/L - The Hop Kiln Wood End Lane Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HQ
Proposed solar System A 3.9 KW system fitted to the rear south facing roof aspect of property, patio shelter, new timber cabin and bridge toconnect the cabin to patio
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-02-16

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A brief summary of Hales Bank in Herefordshire

Hales Bank is a settlement located in Herefordshire, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hales Bank a particularly low-crime area.

Hales Bank has one conservation area within its boundaries: Stoke Lacy. 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 Hales Bank includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Hales Bank

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Hales Bank. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 95 days.

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

With an average of 95 days, decisions near Hales Bank take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Hales Bank were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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