How long do planning decisions take near Longtown?

The average planning decision time near Longtown is 89 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 Longtown?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Longtown?

The most common type of planning application near Longtown is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Longtown?

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Longtown, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Longtown, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Longtown are administered by Herefordshire Council. View the full Herefordshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Longtown

Longtown is a linear village and parish located in Herefordshire, England, encompassing the village of Clodock. As of the 2011 Census, the population stood at 620, reflecting a growth from 543 in mid-2010. This rural community may present opportunities for planning applications, particularly related to residential and local development projects.

Population: 571 (2021)

District: Herefordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £320,706 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: Hereford and South Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 021A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Longtown.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Longtown based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

48 planning applications found near Longtown.

- Land South East of Greyhound Close Longtown Hereford Herefordshire
Removal of condition 4 of planning permission 240468 (Proposed residential development of 8 no. dwellings with associated access, parking and landscaping)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-19
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P260149/F - Land South East of Greyhound Close Longtown Hereford Herefordshire
Removal of condition 4 of planning permission 240468 (Proposed residential development of 8 no. dwellings with associated access, parking and landscaping)
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-19
P252308/FH - Rose Cottage Longtown Hereford Herefordshire HR2 0LD
Proposed variation of condition 2 of planning permission 251138 (Demolition of existing flat roofed extension and erection of new kitchen and bedroom extension along with minor internal alte
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-08-11
P251138/FH - Rose Cottage Longtown Hereford Herefordshire HR2 0LD
Demolition of existing flat roofed extension and erection of new kitchen and bedroom extension along with minor internal alterations.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-05-28
P250800/FH - The Cottage Longtown Herefordshire HR2 0LU
Proposed erection of a replacement conservatory for the cottage.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-04-07
P250801/L - The Cottage Longtown Herefordshire HR2 0LU
Proposed erection of a replacement conservatory for the cottage.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-04-07
P251099/F - Old Ebenezer Chapel Longtown Herefordshire HR2 0LT
Application variation of condition 4 of permission P192057/F (Proposedwork space and office building and new vehicular access) - to allow the building to be used for live/work purpose by future occu
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-04-01
P243107/L - Upper Ponthendre Longtown Hereford Herefordshire HR2 0LT
Replacement of six sash windows to the front elevation. Replacement of one window to the gable end elevation. Replacement of one window tothe rear elevation.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-12-04
P240512/F - Postbox Cottage Longtown Herefordshire HR2 0LS
Proposed variation of condition 2 of planning permission. 231906 (Erection of two dwellinghouses within the curtilage of Post Box Cottage together with new vehicle access and alterations
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-02-21
P240468/F - Land South East of Greyhound Close Longtown Hereford Herefordshire
Proposed residential development of 8 no. dwellings with associated access, parking and landscaping.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-02-19
P232446/XA2 - Offas Dyke Retreat Longtown Hereford
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11 attached to planning permission 193668.
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-08-09
P232237/F - Sheep Shed Coldbrook Lane Longtown Herefordshire HR2 0LS
Application for variation of condition 2 following grant of planning permission 223959 (Proposed single dwelling house in lieu of an extantplanning permission for conversion of an existing agricultur
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-08-01
P232116/AM - The Sheep Shed Coldbrook Lane Longtown Hereford HR2 0LS
Proposed non-material amendment to planning permission 223959 ( Proposed single dwelling house in lieu of an extant planning permission for conversion of an existing agricultural buildi
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Non Material Amendment | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-07-06
P231906/F - Land at Post Box Cottage Longtown Herefordshire
Erection of two dwellinghouses within the curtilage of Post Box Cottage together with new vehicle access and alterations to existing dwelling.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-06-19
P223959/F - Land at Sheep Shed Coldbrook Lane Longtown Hereford
Proposed single dwelling house in lieu of an extant planning permission for conversion of an existing agricultural building to create a new dwelling.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-11-30
P223847/F - Hopes of Longtown, The Farmers Barn Longtown Hereford Herefordshire HR2 0LT
Proposed development including the expansion of Hopes of Longtown Village Shop and Post Office
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-11-21
P223599/XA2 - Land at Sheep Shed Coldbrook Lane Longtown Hereford
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 5 attached to planning permission 214148.
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-10-25
P220788/L - Tan House Longtown Hereford Herefordshire HR2 0LT
Proposed replacement windows on the front (west) elevation
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-03-07
P214148/F - Sheep Shed Coldbrook Lane Longtown Hereford HR2 0LS
Proposed variation of condition 2 of planning permission 192635 (Conversion of an agricultural building to a residential home) proposed alterations to approved consent. (For DOC 5 see 223
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-11-09
P213252/F - Land Adjacent Offas Dyke Retreat Longtown Hereford HR2 0NA
Change of use of land to holiday lodge park comprising two holiday lodges, native planting and associated development.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-08-22

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A brief summary of Longtown in Herefordshire

Property prices in Longtown show an average sale price of £320,706, 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 Longtown a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Longtown 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 Longtown

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Longtown. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 89 days.

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

The average decision period of 89 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 Longtown were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 19% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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