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Planning in Lower Bearwood

Approved
100%
26 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Lower Bearwood

Lower Bearwood is a hamlet located within the civil parish of Pembridge in Herefordshire, England. Situated in the Arrow valley, it lies on the A44 road, approximately 6 miles east of Kington and 7 miles west of Leominster. The parish, which had a population of 1,056 according to the 2011 Census, encompasses several other hamlets, including Bearwood, Lower Broxwood, Marston, Moorcot, and Weston, making it a key area for potential planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Lower Bearwood show an average sale price of £321,224, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lower Bearwood 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 Lower Bearwood a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lower Bearwood 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 Lower Bearwood, 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, 33 planning applications were submitted near Lower Bearwood. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

The most common types were tree works (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 0 were dismissed.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lower Bearwood?
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Lower Bearwood. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lower Bearwood?
The average planning decision time near Lower Bearwood is 41 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 Lower Bearwood?
The planning approval rate near Lower Bearwood is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Bearwood?
The most common type of planning application near Lower Bearwood is tree works applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lower Bearwood?
You can search and track planning applications near Lower Bearwood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.