How long do planning decisions take near Kington?

The average planning decision time near Kington is 43 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 67%. 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 full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kington?

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Kington, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kington, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

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

About Kington

Kington is a village located in Worcestershire, England, adjacent to Flyford Flavell. Its proximity to nearby settlements and rural charm make it a noteworthy area for planning applications, offering opportunities for development and community enhancement.

Population: 363 (2021)

District: Wychavon

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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: Wychavon
Parliamentary constituency: Redditch
LSOA: Wychavon 008C

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

4 planning applications found near Kington.

- Little Ashdene Farm Kington Lane Kington Worcester WR7 4DH
Outline planning application for the demolition of all existing buildings within the application site and the construction of up to 4 no. self-build dwellings and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-06-02
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- The Old Rectory Kington Lane Kington Worcester WR7 4DQ
Demolition of existing rear extensions and erection of single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-02-17
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- Brockington Cottage Kington Lane Kington Worcester WR7 4DH
Non-Material Amendments to Ref W/25/02393/FUL for changes to the chimneys, front entrance to the cottage, and dormer windows
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-01-08
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- Little Ashdene Farm Kington Lane Kington Worcester WR7 4DH
Application under Section 106A of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 to modify the requirements relating to legal agreement dated 16 September 2022 associated with planning permission ref.no. 20/0
Status: Undecided | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2024-08-19
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A brief summary of Kington in Worcestershire

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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Kington includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Portway Farm Meadows SSSI. 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Kington. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 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 43 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 full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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