How long do planning decisions take near Kington?

The average planning decision time near Kington is 53 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 Kington?

The planning approval rate near Kington is 57%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kington?

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

How can I track planning applications near Kington?

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Kington, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kington, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · Town

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

About Kington

Kington is a market town and civil parish located in Herefordshire, England, with a population of approximately 3,240 residents. Known for its vibrant community and historical significance, Kington presents various opportunities for planning applications, making it an area of interest for developers and local authorities alike.

Population: 2,639 (2021)

District: Herefordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £277,579 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 006E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kington.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

174 planning applications found near Kington.

P261512/F - 37 High Street Kington Herefordshire HR5 3BJ
Change of use from licensed premises to community meeting place (The Dove) and a craft workshop (The Yarn Barn). A first floor flat remainsas existing (Part retrospective).
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-06-16
P261392/L - 37 High Street Kington Herefordshire HR5 3BJ
Change of use from licensed premises to community meeting place (The Dove) and a craft workshop (The Yarn Barn). A first floor flat remainsas existing (Part retrospective).
Status: Undecided | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-06-16
- Land On Little Ashdene Farm Kington Lane Kington
Discharge of conditions 3 (Contamination Report) and 5 (External Materials) of planning permission W/23/02236/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-06-02
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P261228/FH - Castle Hill House 5 Church Road Kington Herefordshire HR5 3AG
Home gym within the grounds of the dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-14
P261259/L - Kington Market Hall Mill Street Kington Herefordshire HR5 3AL
Roof renewal together with external repairs at The Coach House.
Status: Undecided | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-27
P261235/F - Newburn Farm Kington Herefordshire HR5 3HD
Removal of an existing septic tank serving one dwelling and replacement with a Haba Bio Easy Flow Package Treatment Plant.
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-23
P261205/XA2 - Newburn Farm Kington Herefordshire HR5 3HD
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 attached to planning permission 251823
Status: Undecided | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-21
P261206/XA2 - Land at Newburn Farm Kington Herefordshire HR5 3HD
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 attached to planning permission 242019
Status: Undecided | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-21
- 13 Montfort Field Kington Herefordshire HR5 3AT
Prior approval for a proposed single storey rear extension. The extension will extend beyond the rear wall of the original dwelling by8 metres. The maximum height of the extension will be 4 metres and
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-27
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P260952/PA1 - 13 Montfort Field Kington Herefordshire HR5 3AT
Prior approval for a proposed single storey rear extension. The extension will extend beyond the rear wall of the original dwelling by8 metres. The maximum height of the extension will be 4 metr
Status: Undecided | Type: Home Notification - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-27
P260635/CD4 - Lady Hawkins School and Sixth Form Centre Park View Kington Herefordshire HR5 3AR
Construction of permanent classroom block and vertical platform lift with link bridge following removal of existing mobile classrooms. Alteration to external paving to the main block to provide l
Status: Undecided | Type: Council Development Reg 4 | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-25
P253701/L - 18 Crooked Well Kington Herefordshire HR5 3AF
Replace existing back door with a new compo door of identical colour and dimensions.
Status: Undecided | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-03
P260384/K - Fleece Meadow Caravan Park Mill Street Kington Herefordshire HR5 3AL
T1 - Walnut tree - The tree is overhanging the main access to the campsite and is also over hanging the football pitch next door.|I havesuggested a Crown raise and reduction of around 2 meters and
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-09
- Fleece Meadow Caravan Park Mill Street Kington Herefordshire HR5 3AL
T1 - Walnut tree - The tree is overhanging the main access to the campsite and is also over hanging the football pitch next door.|I havesuggested a Crown raise and reduction of around 2 meters and the
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-09
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P253468/L - 5 Duke Street Kington Herefordshire HR5 3DR
Installation of extractor fan to front elevation.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-21
P253576/L - 28 Church Street Kington Herefordshire HR5 3BE
Demolition of existing extension, construction of a new single-storey kitchen extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-16
P253575/FH - 28 Church Street Kington Herefordshire HR5 3BE
Demolition of existing extension, construction of a new single-storey kitchen extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-16
P260128/PDV - Land at Kington Kington
Regulation 5 - BT Notice of Intention to install fixed line broadband apparatus
Status: Undecided | Type: Permitted Development | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-15
- Land at Kington Kington
Regulation 5 - BT Notice of Intention to install fixed line broadband apparatus
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-15
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- 18 Crooked Well Kington Herefordshire HR5 3AF
Replace existing back door with a new compo door of identical colour and dimensions.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-30
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A brief summary of Kington in Herefordshire

Property prices in Kington show an average sale price of £277,579, 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 Kington a particularly low-crime area.

Kington has one conservation area within its boundaries: Kington. 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 Kington includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bradnor Hill Quarry SSSI; 9 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 Kington

In the last 24 months, 69 planning applications were submitted near Kington. Of these, 57% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Kington.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Kington were outline applications (4), full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (3).

9 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 7 were dismissed (22% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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