How long do planning decisions take near Marston?

The average planning decision time near Marston is 80 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 Marston?

The planning approval rate near Marston is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Marston?

The most common type of planning application near Marston is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Marston?

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Marston, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Marston, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

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

About Marston

Marston is a hamlet located within the civil parish of Pembridge in Herefordshire, England, nestled in the picturesque Arrow valley. Situated along the A44 road, it is conveniently positioned approximately 6 miles east of Kington and 7 miles west of Leominster. The civil parish also encompasses the charming hamlets of Bearwood, Lower Bearwood, Lower Broxwood, Moorcot, and Weston, with a total population of 1,056 recorded in the 2011 Census, making it an area of interest for planning applications and community development.

District: Pembridge

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £321,224 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 003D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Marston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Marston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

12 planning applications found near Marston.

P252572/L - Yew Tree House Pembridge Leominster Herefordshire HR6 9JA
Proposed repair of existing timber framing and replacement of infill panels
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-09-23
- Yew Tree House Pembridge Leominster Herefordshire HR6 9JA
Proposed repair of existing timber framing and replacement of infill panels
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-09-05
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P250913/FH - Marston Court, The Curl Marston Lane Pembridge Leominster Herefordshire HR6 9JA
Proposed erection of single storey lean-to extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-03-18
P250914/L - Marston Court, The Curl Pembridge Leominster Herefordshire HR6 9JA
Proposed erection of single storey lean-to extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-03-18
- The Old Chapel Marston Lane Pembridge Leominster Herefordshire HR6 9JB
Proposed alterations to design previously approved under application P201807/FH: amendment of pitched to flat roof over rear extension at first floor. Horizontal timber cladding to rear extension's ex
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-02-11
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P250513/FH - The Old Chapel Marston Lane Pembridge Leominster Herefordshire HR6 9JB
Proposed alterations to design previously approved under application P201807/FH: amendment of pitched to flat roof over rear extension at first floor. Horizontal timber cladding to rear extension's
Status: Refused | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-02-11
P241902/AM - The Old Chapel Pembridge Leominster Herefordshire HR6 9JB
Proposed non-material amendment to planning permission ref 201807 (Proposed rear & side extension to an existing dwelling) - Amendment of pitch to flat roof over rear extension at first floor. Ho
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Non Material Amendment | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-07-25
P231763/F - Marston Grange Pembridge Leominster Herefordshire HR6 9JA
Conversion of former school building and the attached single-storey range to stabling for the applicants and liveried horses. Proposed hayand manure store. Continued use of land for grazing and rem
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-06-15
P230471/FH - Yew Tree House Pembridge Leominster Herefordshire HR6 9JA
Proposed: Solar PV panels on roof of outbuilding, Electric car charging point on wall of outbuilding, Removal of satellite dish from main dwelling, Addition of pot and cowl to chimney of main d
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-02-23
P230470/L - Yew Tree House Pembridge Leominster Herefordshire HR6 9JA
Proposed: Solar PV panels on roof of outbuilding, Electric car charging point on wall of outbuilding, Removal of satellite dish from main dwelling, Addition of pot and cowl to chimney of main d
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-02-23
P211861/F - Land North of Marston Grange Pembridge Leominster Herefordshire HR6 9JA
Outdoor riding arena for domestic use, sand and fibre riding surface with timber post and rail surround.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-05-09
P210944/FH - Butts Ash Pembridge Leominster Herefordshire HR6 9JB
Proposed two storey extension and alterations.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-03-08

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A brief summary of Marston in Herefordshire

Property prices in Marston show an average sale price of £321,224, 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 Marston a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Marston includes 5 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 Marston

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Marston. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Marston.

The average decision period of 80 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Marston were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 11% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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