How long do planning decisions take near Hereford?

The average planning decision time near Hereford is 59 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 Hereford?

The planning approval rate near Hereford is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hereford?

The most common type of planning application near Hereford is tree works applications, with 51 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hereford?

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Hereford, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hereford, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · City

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

About Hereford

Hereford, the county town of Herefordshire, is a vibrant cathedral city located on the banks of the River Wye. Situated 16 miles east of the Welsh border and approximately 23 miles northwest of Gloucester, it is the largest settlement in the county, with a population of 61,900 as of 2024. This strategic location makes Hereford a key area for planning applications, reflecting its growth and development opportunities.

Population: 53,113 (2021) · Area: 17.1 km²

District: Herefordshire

Website: http://www.herefordcitycouncil.gov.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £288,400 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 018A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hereford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hereford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

92 planning applications found near Hereford.

P260946/FH - 53 Barrs Court Road Hereford Herefordshire HR1 1EQ
Form a parking area by creating access over an already dropped kerb, removing a low wall and wrought iron fencing.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-06-01
- Near 27 Canal Road Hereford HR1 2EA
Regulation 5 - BT Notice of Intention to install fixed line broadband apparatus
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-20
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P261509/F - 10-11 Commercial Street Hereford Herefordshire HR1 2DB
Installation of defibrillator and bleed kit cabinets to external wall
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-19
P261527/PDV - Near 27 Canal Road Hereford HR1 2EA
Regulation 5 - BT Notice of Intention to install fixed line broadband apparatus
Status: Undecided | Type: Permitted Development | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-19
P261458/V - 35 Bryngwyn Close Hereford Herefordshire HR1 1EW
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the enclosure of existing carport to create an additional internal room.
Status: Approved | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLOPD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-17
P261213/F - Hereford County Hospital 27 Union Walk Hereford Herefordshire HR1 2ER
Installation of a two-storey Darwin Group modular building at Hereford County Hospital, building will accommodate a single obstetricoperating theatre. Associated works include a link corridor
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-17
- Roadside on Aylestone hill Hereford HR1 1HR
T1: Lime - deadwood and reduce crown by approx 5-10% - lifting crown by approx 3-6m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-15
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P261457/K - Roadside on Aylestone hill Hereford HR1 1HR
T1: Lime - deadwood and reduce crown by approx 5-10% - lifting crown by approx 3-6m
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-14
P261417/FH - 31 Penn Grove Road Hereford Herefordshire HR1 1BJ
Demolition of existing garage and replacement with new garage and home office above.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-12
P261000/F - Morrisons Supermarket Station Approach Hereford Herefordshire HR1 1DN
Removal of existing trolley bay, covered valet and recycling areas and creation of an EV charging zone with canopy, sub-station enclosure, charger supply cabinets, LV panel, 4 no. jet wash
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-28
P261278/FH - 31 Penn Grove Road Hereford Herefordshire HR1 1BJ
Demolition of existing extensions and replacement with extension and internal re-modelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-28
P261271/A - 25-27 Maylord Street Hereford Herefordshire HR1 2DS
New fascia signage to existing retail unit.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertisement Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-28
- Land outise Yates Bar Commercial Road Hereford HR1 2BP
Reduce crown from tree identified on map which is currently encroaching building - giving clearance. Reference 41378357
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-21
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- Land opposite merton hotel Commercial road Hereford HR1 2BP
T1: Silver Birch - cut back crown to give clearance from highway. |41376618 reference
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-21
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P261177/K - Land outise Yates Bar Commercial Road Hereford HR1 2BP
Reduce crown from tree identified on map which is currently encroaching building - giving clearance. Reference 41378357
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-20
P261176/K - Land opposite merton hotel Commercial road Hereford HR1 2BP
T1: Silver Birch - cut back crown to give clearance from highway. |41376618 reference
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-20
P261131/FH - 35 Bryngwyn Close Hereford Herefordshire HR1 1EW
Enclosure of existing carport to create additional internal room.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-15
- 17 Southbank Road Hereford Herefordshire HR1 2TJ
FIVE DAY NOTICE – T1 to be removed, Lawson cypress with basal decay and significant dead wood. Compromised structural integrity and safetyrisk.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-13
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- The Old House High Town Hereford Herefordshire HR1 2AA
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 4 attached to Listed Building Consent 253584
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-13
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P261083/XA2 - The Old House High Town Hereford Herefordshire HR1 2AA
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 4 attached to Listed Building Consent 253584
Status: Undecided | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-12

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A brief summary of Hereford in Herefordshire

Hereford covers an area of approximately 17.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Hereford show an average sale price of £288,400, 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 Hereford a particularly low-crime area.

Hereford has 7 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hafod Road, Hereford Central Area, Bodenham Road, Aylestone Hill, Bulmer Garden Suburb, Widemarsh Common, Hereford, Hampton Park. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Hereford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Wye SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Wye. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hereford planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.herefordcitycouncil.gov.uk/. 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.

Planning Activity in Hereford

In the last 24 months, 249 planning applications were submitted near Hereford. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Hereford maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

At 59 days on average, decisions near Hereford slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Hereford were tree works (51), full planning applications (22), discharge of conditions (15). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 14 medium-scale applications, 104 smaller schemes were submitted.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 47 applications
Refused: 3 applications
Withdrawn: 6 applications
Awaiting decision: 146 applications

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