How long do planning decisions take near Kingsford?

The average planning decision time near Kingsford is 81 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 Kingsford?

The planning approval rate near Kingsford is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kingsford?

The most common type of planning application near Kingsford is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kingsford?

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Kingsford, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kingsford, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Kingsford are administered by Wyre Forest District Council. View the full Wyre Forest District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Kingsford

Kingsford is a sizable hamlet located in Worcestershire, England, known for its tranquil rural setting. As part of the local landscape, it presents various planning opportunities and considerations for development within the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £251,245 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wyre Forest
Parliamentary constituency: Wyre Forest
LSOA: Wyre Forest 001F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kingsford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kingsford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Kingsford.

- Barn At Castle Hill Farm Castle Hill Wolverley Worcestershire DY11 5SQ
Change of Use of Buildings Agricultural Buildings to Dwellinghouses (Class C3)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-06-03
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- Lower Kingsford Farm Castle Hill Wolverley Worcestershire DY11 5SW
Conversion of former garage and workshop to 1No. self-build dwelling
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2024-10-22
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- Land At Os 381984 282020 Castle Hill Lane Wolverley Worcestershire
Discharge of Conditions 4 (Contaminated land), 5 (TPO) and 7(Enclosures) of Planning Permission 23/0464/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2024-01-31
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- Land At Os 381984 282020 Castle Hill Lane Wolverley Worcestershire
Proposed conversion of piggery to a single dwelling (Use Class C3)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2023-06-23
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- Hildor Castle Hill Wolverley Kidderminster Worcestershire DY11 5SH
Extension to rear patio area
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2023-02-06
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- Hildor Castle Hill Wolverley Kidderminster Worcestershire DY11 5SH
Proposed two storey side extension and general refurb to layout including dormer windows and balcony
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2017-01-27
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- Heybridge Kingsford Lane Wolverley Kidderminster DY115SN
Alterations to external elevations of existing domestic outbuilding used in association with Flat No.1
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2009-12-15
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- Heybridge Kingsford Lane Wolverley Kidderminster DY115SN
Use of existing garage to ancillary domestic accommodation with external alterations
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2009-06-29
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- Heybridge Kingsford Lane Wolverley Kidderminster DY115SN
Ground level reduction and retaining wall
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2008-06-05
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A brief summary of Kingsford in Worcestershire

Property prices in Kingsford show an average sale price of £251,245, 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 Kingsford a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Kingsford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Kinver Edge SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Kingsford

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Kingsford. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

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

The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Kingsford were full planning applications (4), outline applications (4). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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