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Planning in Hartlebury Common

Approved
93%
14 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Hartlebury Common

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About Hartlebury Common

Hartlebury Common, located just outside Stourport-on-Severn in north Worcestershire, is a significant area of lowland heath spanning 90.2 hectares. Recognized as a biological and geological Site of Special Scientific Interest, it boasts diverse wildlife, including numerous wild plants and a variety of butterflies and moths. Additionally, Hartlebury Common and Hillditch Pool are designated as a Local Nature Reserve, making the area an important consideration for planning applications related to conservation and development.

Property prices in Hartlebury Common show an average sale price of £281,790, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hartlebury Common 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 Hartlebury Common a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hartlebury Common has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hartlebury Common 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 Hartlebury Common, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Hartlebury Common. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (8), full planning applications (4), outline applications (1).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hartlebury Common?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Hartlebury Common. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hartlebury Common?
The average planning decision time near Hartlebury Common is 69 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 Hartlebury Common?
The planning approval rate near Hartlebury Common is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hartlebury Common?
The most common type of planning application near Hartlebury Common is discharge of conditions, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hartlebury Common?
You can search and track planning applications near Hartlebury Common on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.