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Planning in Luston

Approved
98%
40 of 41 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Luston

Luston is a village and civil parish located in north Herefordshire, approximately 3 miles (5 km) north of Leominster along the B4361 road. The parish includes the nearby hamlet of The Broad and had a population of 541 according to the 2011 census, making it a small but significant community for planning developments in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 529 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Herefordshire district.

Property prices in Luston 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 Luston 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 Luston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Luston has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Luston 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 Luston, 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, 49 planning applications were submitted near Luston. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Luston?
In the last 24 months, 49 planning applications were submitted near Luston. The approval rate is 98%.
How long do planning decisions take near Luston?
The average planning decision time near Luston is 48 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 Luston?
The planning approval rate near Luston is 98%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
How can I track planning applications near Luston?
You can search and track planning applications near Luston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.