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Planning in Little Malvern

Approved
85%
11 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Little Malvern in the last 24 months, from Herefordshire Council's planning register.

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Around Little Malvern

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About Little Malvern

Little Malvern is a quaint village and civil parish located in Worcestershire, England, nestled on the lower slopes of the Malvern Hills. Positioned south of Malvern Wells and near Great Malvern, it is part of the larger Malverns area. The village shares its parish council with Welland, contributing two of the eleven councillors, making it a key player in local governance and planning matters. The settlement has a population of approximately 44 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Malvern Hills district.

Property prices in Little Malvern show an average sale price of £377,100, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Little Malvern area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Little Malvern a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Little Malvern has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Little Malvern planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Little Malvern, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Little Malvern. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were tree works (5), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Little Malvern?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Little Malvern. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Little Malvern?
The average planning decision time near Little Malvern is 42 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 Little Malvern?
The planning approval rate near Little Malvern is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Little Malvern?
The most common type of planning application near Little Malvern is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Little Malvern?
You can search and track planning applications near Little Malvern on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.