How long do planning decisions take near Holt Heath?

The average planning decision time near Holt Heath is 50 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 Holt Heath?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Holt Heath?

The most common type of planning application near Holt Heath is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Holt Heath?

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Holt Heath, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Holt Heath, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Holt Heath are administered by Bromsgrove District Council. View the full Bromsgrove District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Holt Heath

Holt Heath is a village located in the parish of Holt, situated near the west bank of the River Severn in Worcestershire. This quaint community offers a unique blend of rural charm and proximity to natural waterways, making it a noteworthy area for those researching planning applications or local developments.

District: Holt

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £294,360 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Malvern Hills
Parliamentary constituency: West Worcestershire
LSOA: Malvern Hills 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Holt Heath.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Holt Heath based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Holt Heath.

- Thatch Lodge Holt Heath
Discharge of condition 9 ( External materials) of planning permission M/23/01131/FUL.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2026-06-02
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- 5 Cherry Orchard Holt Heath Worcester WR6 6ND
Single storey extensions to front, side and rear, change to external materials
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2025-07-10
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A brief summary of Holt Heath in Worcestershire

Property prices in Holt Heath show an average sale price of £294,360, 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 Holt Heath a particularly low-crime area.

Holt Heath 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 Holt Heath includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Shrawley Wood SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Holt Heath 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.

Planning Activity in Holt Heath

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Holt Heath. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

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

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Holt Heath were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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