How long do planning decisions take near Longdon?

The average planning decision time near Longdon is 93 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 Longdon?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Longdon?

The most common type of planning application near Longdon is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Longdon?

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Longdon, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Longdon, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Longdon are administered by Malvern Hills District Council. View the full Malvern Hills District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Longdon

Longdon is a village and civil parish located in the Malvern Hills District of Worcestershire, England, approximately 5 km south of Upton-on-Severn. It is part of the Longdon, Queenhill and Holdfast Parish Council, which oversees administrative matters for the area, making it a key point of interest for those researching planning applications in the region.

Population: 466 (2021)

District: Malvern Hills

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Area Information

Admin district: Tewkesbury
Parliamentary constituency: Tewkesbury
LSOA: Tewkesbury 001E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Longdon.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Longdon based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Longdon.

- The Old Smithy Longdon Tewkesbury GL20 6AT
Replacement of roof tiles and skylight (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2026-01-05
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- Milestone Cottage Longdon Tewkesbury GL20 6AT
Construction of timber clad garden building with new vehicular access
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Longdon in Worcestershire

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

Longdon 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 Longdon includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Longdon 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.

Planning Activity in Longdon

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Longdon. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 93 days.

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

With an average of 93 days, decisions near Longdon take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Longdon were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1), amendments (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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