How long do planning decisions take near Leysters?

The average planning decision time near Leysters is 70 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 Leysters?

The planning approval rate near Leysters is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Leysters?

The most common type of planning application near Leysters is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Leysters?

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Leysters, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Leysters, Herefordshire.

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About Leysters

Leysters is a civil parish located in north-east Herefordshire, England, approximately 15 miles from Hereford. The area is in close proximity to the market towns of Leominster, just 4.5 miles to the south-west, and Tenbury Wells, 3.5 miles to the north-east. A notable feature of the parish is the Grade I listed Church of St Andrew, which adds historical significance to the locale.

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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 004B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Leysters.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Leysters based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

35 planning applications found near Leysters.

P253469/XA2 - Church Cottage Leysters Herefordshire HR6 0HR
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 attached to planning permission 220121
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-03
P233658/PA7 - Land South-East of Leysters Pole Leysters Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0HR
Prior notification for proposed multipurpose agricultural building andassociated hard standing to be used for livestock housing as well as storage of agricultural straights and produce including but
Status: Approved | Type: All others - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-12-11
P233342/PA7 - Land West of Church House Cottage Leysters Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0HR
Application for prior notification for a proposed new agricultural building and associated hard standing to be used for livestock housingas well as storage of agricultural straights and produce inc
Status: Withdrawn | Type: All others - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-11-13
P233100/FH - Hillcroft Leysters Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0HP
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-10-18
P232625/PA1 - Hillcroft Leysters Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0HP
Prior approval for single storey rear extension with flat roof and roof lantern which will extend beyond the rear wall of the original dwellinghouse by 5.84m. The maximum height of the extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Home Notification - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-08-28
P224288/FH - Hills Farm Leysters Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0HP
Proposed ground floor rear extension
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-01-06
P223672/XA2 - Land at Church House Leysters Leominster Herefordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 3 4 8 10 11& 12 attached to planning permission 220461.
Status: Undecided | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-11-10
P222039/FH - Church Cottage Leysters Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0HR
Proposed two storey and single storey extensions and alterations.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-06-20
P221885/AM - Church Cottage Cinders Lane St Michaels Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0HR
Proposed non-material amendment to approved 220121 (Proposed extensionand alterations) - amendment of a slight increase in width of first floor bedroom extension.
Status: Refused | Type: Non Material Amendment | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-06-08
P220461/F - The Milking Parlour Land at Church House Leysters Leominster Herefordshire
Proposed change of use of farm building to dwelling with subservient single storey extension. (For 3 4 8 10 11 and 12 see 223672)
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-02-11
P220121/FH - Church Cottage Leysters Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0HR
Proposed extension and alterations (For DOC 3 see 253469)
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-01-17
P214229/F - The Milking Parlour Land to rear of Church House Leysters Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0HR
Variation of a condition 2 of planning permission Application No 191121 (Proposed change of use of farm building to dwelling)to allow for some internal re-organisation.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-11-17
P213214/F - Schuur Huis Leysters Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0HP
Proposed extension of domestic curtilage, change of use from agriculture to domestic, and the erection of a carport.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-08-26
P210929/F - Rickyard Cottage Cinders Lane Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0HR
Proposed stable block with access track and separate manure clamp.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-06-06
P211828/PA7 - Church House Farm Leysters Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0HR
Application for prior notification of a proposed new agricultural building.
Status: Approved | Type: All others - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-05-05
P211096/F - The Milking Barn, Land to the Rear of Church House Leysters Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0HR
Proposed change of use of farm building to dwelling with single storeyextension.
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-04-21
P211401/FH - Church House Farm Cinders Lane Leysters Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0HR
Proposed two storey side extension to form living room at ground floor level, with bedroom and en-suite at first floor level.
Status: Refused | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-04-06
P191716/F - Church House Leysters Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0HR
Proposed change of use of redundant farm building to dwelling
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-05-21
P191860/F - Church House Leysters Leominster Herefordshire
Proposed conversion of redundant farm buildings to 4 no. dwellings
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-05-16
P191121/F - Farm building at Church House Leysters Leominster Herefordshire
Proposed change of use of farm building to dwelling
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-03-27

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A brief summary of Leysters in Herefordshire

Property prices in Leysters 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 Leysters a particularly low-crime area.

Leysters 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 Leysters includes 8 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 Leysters

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Leysters. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Leysters may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 70 days on average, decisions near Leysters slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Leysters were outline applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application was submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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