How long do planning decisions take near Kenchester?

The average planning decision time near Kenchester is 5 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kenchester?

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

How can I track planning applications near Kenchester?

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Kenchester, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kenchester, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

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About Kenchester

Kenchester is a parish located in Herefordshire, England, approximately 5.5 miles (9 km) west-northwest of Hereford. This quaint area is known for its rural charm and historical significance, making it a relevant consideration for planning applications in the region.

Population: 64 (2021)

District: Herefordshire

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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: Hereford and South Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 010B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kenchester.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kenchester based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

17 planning applications found near Kenchester.

P193408/XA2 - Bridge House Kenchester Hereford Herefordshire HR4 7QJ
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 3 4 & 5 attached to listed building consent 191715.
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-09-10
P191713/FH - Bridge House Kenchester Hereford Herefordshire HR4 7QJ
Proposed garage/car port
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-05-22
P191714/L - Bridge House Kenchester Hereford Herefordshire HR4 7QJ
Proposed garage/car port
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-05-22
P191715/L - Bridge House Kenchester Hereford Herefordshire HR4 7QJ
Proposed internal and external alterations (For DOC 3 4 7 5 see 193408)
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-05-12
P182658/FH - Court Farm Kenchester Hereford Herefordshire HR4 7QJ
Repair and replace walls and upper floor of garage store. Retrospective.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-07-29
P182659/L - Court Farm Kenchester Hereford Herefordshire HR4 7QJ
Repair and replace walls and upper floor of garage store. Retrospective.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-07-29
P182496/O - Land Adjacent to The Mill Kenchester Herefordshire HR4 7QJ
Site for a proposed single dwelling.
Status: Refused | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-07-16
P161518/L - Court Farm Kenchester Hereford Herefordshire HR4 7QJ
Replacement roof tiles and pointing of walls.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2016-06-13
P153068/L - Court Farm Kenchester Hereford Herefordshire HR4 7QJ
Proposed replacement roof tiles and associated repairs
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2015-10-29
P143838/F - Kenchester Court Farm Kenchester Herefordshire HR4 7QJ
Proposed outdoor riding arena with timber post and rail fencing, sand and fibre surface.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2014-12-31
P142594/FH - 2 Court Farm Cottages Kenchester Hereford Herefordshire HR4 7QJ
Proposed two bay garage
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2014-08-21
S111655/FH - 2 Court Cottage Kenchester Hereford Herefordshire HR4 7QJ
Proposed three bay garage.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2011-06-22
DCC071534/F - Court Cottage Kenchester Hereford HR4 7QJ
Oak frame sunroom extension to cottage
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2007-05-09
DCC052698/F - Little Holme Kenchester Hereford
Proposed replacement dwelling
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2005-08-02
DCC051503/F - Little Holme Kenchester Hereford, Herefordshire HR4 7QJ
Proposed replacement dwelling
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2005-04-27
DCC010301/O - Os 7715 Chapel Lane Kenchester Herefordshire
Site for residential development (two dwellings)
Status: Refused | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2001-08-29
DCC012351/O - Land Comprising The Original W Kenchester - A Parcel Of Land Kenchester, Hereford HR4 7QJ
Site for residential development
Status: Refused | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2001-04-01

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A brief summary of Kenchester in Herefordshire

Property prices in Kenchester 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 Kenchester a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Kenchester includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bishon Meadow SSSI, River Wye SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 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.

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Planning Activity in Kenchester

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Kenchester. The average decision time was 5 days.

The average decision time of 5 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Kenchester were amendments (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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