Leominster, Herefordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Leominster, Herefordshire.
Herefordshire · England · Town
Planning applications in Leominster are administered by Herefordshire Council. View the full Herefordshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Leominster
Leominster is a vibrant market town in Herefordshire, England, situated at the confluence of the River Lugg and the River Kenwater. Located 12 miles north of Hereford and 7 miles south of Ludlow, it is the largest town in the county, boasting a population of nearly 12,000. As a key regional hub, Leominster presents various opportunities for planning applications and developments, making it a significant area for stakeholders in local growth and infrastructure.
Population: 11,954 (2021)
District: Herefordshire
Website: http://www.leominstertowncouncil.gov.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £321,224 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
- Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
- LSOA: Herefordshire 004E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Leominster.
- 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 Leominster based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
788 planning applications found near Leominster.
- P261726/F - 50 Millers Close Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8BP
Retrospective planning permission for; single storey extensions, formation of a vehicular access, dropped kerb, change of use of land to residential curtilage, erection of boundary wall and deta
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-07-01 - - 50 Millers Close Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8BP
Retrospective planning permission for; single storey extensions, formation of a vehicular access, dropped kerb, change of use of land to residential curtilage, erection of boundary wall and detached o
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-06-11
View full details - - Land at Lion Court 25 New Street Leominster Herefordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 5 attached to planning permission 212288
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-06-05
View full details - P261667/XA2 - Land at Lion Court 25 New Street Leominster Herefordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 5 attached to planning permission 212288
Status: Undecided | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-06-04 - - 22 Church Street Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8NH
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8 of Listed Building Consent 260413
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-06-04
View full details - P261644/XA2 - 22 Church Street Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8NH
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8 of Listed Building Consent 260413
Status: Undecided | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-06-03 - - Barclays Bank The Buttercross Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8BN
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed change of use of second floor from commercial, business and service (Use Class E) to 4 apartments (Use Class C3).
Status: Undecided | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-26
View full details - P261559/PBA - Barclays Bank The Buttercross Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8BN
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed change of use of second floor from commercial, business and service (Use Class E) to 4 apartments (Use Class C3).
Status: Undecided | Type: (Part 3) Class MA | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-26 - P261434/PA1 - 15 Kenwater Close Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8DL
Prior approval for a proposed single storey rear extension. The extension will extend beyond the rear wall of the original dwelling by5.3 metres. The maximum height of the extension will be 2.9
Status: Undecided | Type: Home Notification - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-19 - P261482/J - Townsend House 15 Green Lane Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8QJ
Carry out remedial crown reduction works to T1 (Irish Yew). Reduction in overall height to suitable live growth points/recent small branch breakouts in order to maintain the tree's natural form and l
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to trees covered by TPO | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-19 - - Townsend House 15 Green Lane Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8QJ
Carry out remedial crown reduction works to T1 (Irish Yew). Reduction in overall height to suitable live growth points/recent small branch breakouts in order to maintain the tree's natural form and lo
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - - 56c Bridge Street Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8DZ
Rear, single storey, flat-roofed extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-15
View full details - P261452/FH - 56c Bridge Street Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8DZ
Rear, single storey, flat-roofed extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-14 - - 15 Kenwater Close Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8DL
Prior approval for a proposed single storey rear extension. The extension will extend beyond the rear wall of the original dwelling by5.3 metres. The maximum height of the extension will be 2.9 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-13
View full details - - Leominster Nursing And Retirement Home 44 Bargates Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8EY
T4 Field maple re-pollard within 6 months. Re-pollard to previous growth points. T7 Cherry 'Kanzan' crown lift to specified amount within 6 Months. Crown lift to 2.5m to provide clearance for ambulanc
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - P261260/K - Leominster Nursing And Retirement Home 44 Bargates Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8EY
T4 Field maple re-pollard within 6 months. Re-pollard to previous growth points. T7 Cherry 'Kanzan' crown lift to specified amount within 6 M
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-27 - P260980/F - Land adjacent to the new Medical Centre at Ryeland Surgery Porters Mill Close Leominster Herefordshire
Siting of a cabin to be used for medical research purposes in association with the new Ryeland Surgery. (Part retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-20 - - 9-11 High Street Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8LZ
Installation of defibrillator and bleed kit cabinets to external wall of Nationwide Building Society branch.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-08
View full details - P260347/K - Leominster Nursing And Retirement Home 44 Bargates Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8EY
G1: Prune away from building to achieve 2m clearance and crown lift over lawned area to 2.3m. Tree is encroaching onto the building with the risk to cause damage. T4: Re-pollard back to previous. T
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-07 - P261026/F - 9-11 High Street Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8LZ
Installation of defibrillator and bleed kit cabinets to external wall of Nationwide Building Society branch.
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-07
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A brief summary of Leominster in Herefordshire
Leominster is a vibrant market town in Herefordshire, England, situated at the confluence of the River Lugg and the River Kenwater. Located 12 miles north of Hereford and 7 miles south of Ludlow, it is the largest town in the county, boasting a population of nearly 12,000. As a key regional hub, Leominster presents various opportunities for planning applications and developments, making it a significant area for stakeholders in local growth and infrastructure. The Town has a population of approximately 11,954 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Herefordshire district.
Property prices in Leominster show an average sale price of £321,224, 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 Leominster a particularly low-crime area.
Leominster has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Leominster Bridge Street, Leominster Town, Leominster Bargates, Leominster River Meadows. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Leominster includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Lugg SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Leominster planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.leominstertowncouncil.gov.uk/. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Leominster
In the last 24 months, 209 planning applications were submitted near Leominster. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 90 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 Leominster.
The average decision period of 90 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Leominster were full planning applications (29), tree works (25), listed building and heritage (17). Full planning applications account for 14% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 23 medium-scale applications, 77 smaller schemes were submitted.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 40 applications
- Refused: 2 applications
- Withdrawn: 18 applications
- Awaiting decision: 107 applications
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