How long do planning decisions take near Leominster?

The average planning decision time near Leominster is 69 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 Leominster?

The planning approval rate near Leominster is 47%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Leominster?

The most common type of planning application near Leominster is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Leominster?

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Leominster, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Leominster, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · Town

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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: £314,646 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 003A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Leominster.

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

103 planning applications found near Leominster.

- 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: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-28
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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
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
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
- 16 Broad Street Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8BS
Regulation 5 - BT Notice of Intention to install fixed line broadband apparatus
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-02
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P261043/PDV - 16 Broad Street Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8BS
Regulation 5 - BT Notice of Intention to install fixed line broadband apparatus
Status: Undecided | Type: Permitted Development | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-01
P260963/FH - 22 Church Street Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8NH
External and internal conservation works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-30
- The Vergers House The Priory Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8EQ
T1 - Judas Tree - Crown reduce to reduce the overhang of branches over the house and roof
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-20
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P260847/K - The Vergers House The Priory Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8EQ
T1 - Judas Tree - Crown reduce to reduce the overhang of branches over the house and roof
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-20
P260413/L - 22 Church Street Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8NH
Repairs, reinstatement and limited alteration to building.
Status: Undecided | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-02
P260314/F - Land to the North West Corner of Marsh Court Mill Street Leominster Herefordshire
Variation of conditions 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 12 of planning permission232402 (Use Class E Health Hub) - to reinstate the first floor space (approved under 214002 but subsequently removed under 232402
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-24
P253459/FH - 50 Millers Close Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8BP
Dropped kerb.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-19
- 22 Church Street Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8NH
Repairs, reinstatement and limited alteration to building.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-10
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P260429/PDV - Land opposite of 37 Bargates Leominster HR6 8EY
Notification of Regulation 5 - BT Notice of Intention to install fixedline broadband
Status: Undecided | Type: Permitted Development | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-10
- Land opposite of 37 Bargates Leominster HR6 8EY
Notification of Regulation 5 - BT Notice of Intention to install fixedline broadband
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-10
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P260352/K - Grange Court Pinsley Road Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8NW
A large Austrian pine. There is a large branch that breaks in a V- shape resulting in a longitudinal crack from the joining point down tothe branch's origin at the trunk. Remove both parts of this
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-05
- Grange Court Pinsley Road Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8NW
A large Austrian pine. There is a large branch that breaks in a V- shape resulting in a longitudinal crack from the joining point down tothe branch's origin at the trunk. Remove both parts of this bra
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-05
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P260359/PDV - Halo Leisure Services Ltd Lion Yard Broad Street Leominster HR6 8BT
Regulation 5 - BT Notice of Intention to install fixed line broadband apparatus
Status: Undecided | Type: Permitted Development | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-03
- Halo Leisure Services Ltd Lion Yard Broad Street Leominster HR6 8BT
Regulation 5 - BT Notice of Intention to install fixed line broadband apparatus
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-03
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A brief summary of Leominster in Herefordshire

Property prices in Leominster show an average sale price of £314,646, 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, 148 planning applications were submitted near Leominster. Of these, 47% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 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.

At 69 days on average, decisions near Leominster slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Leominster were tree works (11), full planning applications (9), outline applications (8). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 7 medium-scale applications, 30 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.

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: 14 applications
Refused: 2 applications
Withdrawn: 14 applications
Awaiting decision: 71 applications

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