Search Hereford planning applications

52 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Hereford · updated daily · Herefordshire Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 52 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Herefordshire And Ludlow College Hereford Campus Folly Lane Hereford Herefordshire HR1 1LSAwaiting decisionConstruction of a new construction skills workshop with associated external yard and alterations to the existing car park. Planning PermissionReceived 3 Nov 2026P263120/F
32 Penn Grove Road Hereford Herefordshire HR1 1BHAwaiting decisionDetached garden building Full HouseholderReceived 2 Nov 2026P263068/FH
3 Belgravia Gardens Hereford Herefordshire HR1 1RBAwaiting decisionFirst floor extension to side elevation, porch, bay windows and wintergarden room to rear elevation. Addition 2 new windows to ground floor west elevation. Full HouseholderReceived 28 Oct 2026P263107/FH
Churchill Gardens Aylestone Hill Hereford Herefordshire HR1 1DEAwaiting decisionTo completely clear site of trees and bushes, including the boundary yew hedge that surrounds the outside of the sketch plan. Reason – heavily overgrown due lack of maintenance and a focus of antisocial behaviour. Works to Trees in a Conservation AreaReceived 27 Oct 2026P263077/K
Nuffield Health Hereford Hospital 2 Venns Lane Hereford Herefordshire HR1 1DFAwaiting decisionSubstation in a prefabricated GRP housing and loose gravel access path. Planning PermissionReceived 23 Oct 2026P263151/F

Planning in Hereford

Approved: 94%; 200 of 204 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hereford in the last 24 months, from Herefordshire Council's planning register.

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Around Hereford

Postcode districts

HR1 412 applications in the last 12 monthsHR4 375 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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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. The city has a population of approximately 53,113 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Herefordshire district.

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 £320,706, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hereford 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 Hereford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hereford has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Hereford, 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, 266 planning applications were submitted near Hereford. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), discharge of conditions (9), full planning applications (8). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hereford?

In the last 24 months, 266 planning applications were submitted near Hereford. The approval rate is 94%.

How long do planning decisions take near Hereford?

The average planning decision time near Hereford is 57 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 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 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 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hereford?

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