How long do planning decisions take near Lem Hill?

The average planning decision time near Lem Hill is 52 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 Lem Hill?

The planning approval rate near Lem Hill is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lem Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Lem Hill is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lem Hill?

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Lem Hill, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lem Hill, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

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Area Information

Admin district: Malvern Hills
Parliamentary constituency: West Worcestershire
LSOA: Malvern Hills 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lem Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lem Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Lem Hill.

- Formerly Far Forest Rustic Works Cleobury Road Far Forest Kidderminster Worcestershire
Discharge of Conditions 4 (Surface Water Drainage), 5 (Water Efficiency), 6 (Renewable Energy), 7 (CEMP - Highways), 11 (Travel Information Pack), 12 (External Lighting), 13 (CEMP - Biodiversity), 15
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-04-28
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A brief summary of Lem Hill in Worcestershire

Lem Hill is a settlement located in Worcestershire, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Lem Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Lem Hill 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 Lem Hill includes 4 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Teddon Farm SSSI, Ranters Bank Pastures SSSI, Buckeridge Meadow SSSI and 1 more; 10 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 Lem Hill

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Lem Hill. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 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 Lem Hill.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lem Hill were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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