How long do planning decisions take near Mordiford?

The average planning decision time near Mordiford is 64 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 Mordiford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Mordiford?

The most common type of planning application near Mordiford is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Mordiford?

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Mordiford, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Mordiford, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

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

About Mordiford

Mordiford is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Herefordshire, England, situated 4 miles (6 km) east-southeast of Hereford along the B4224 road connecting Hereford to Mitcheldean. Its idyllic setting and proximity to major transport routes make it a notable area for planning applications and community development.

Population: 567 (2021)

District: Herefordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £288,400 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Mordiford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Mordiford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

62 planning applications found near Mordiford.

P253627/K - Mordiford Church Of England Primary School Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LW
T1: Apple (x2) - reduce the overall crowns back by approx 3-4m leaving at good growth points
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-22
- Mordiford Church Of England Primary School Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LW
T1: Apple (x2) - reduce the overall crowns back by approx 3-4m leaving at good growth points
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-17
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P252839/XA2 - Stable and Yard North of the Mews House Mordiford Herefordshire HR1 4LN
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 2 & 3 of planning permission 250942
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-10-01
P251748/L - Old Post Office Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LW
Replacement windows.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-06-16
- Old Post Office Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LW
Replacement windows.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-06-13
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P250942/F - Stable and Yard North of the Mews House Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LN
Application for variation of condition 1 following grant of planning permission 233229 (Proposed variation of condition 1 of planning permission 192596 (Variation of condition 2 of plan
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-05-29
P243030/FH - 9 Pentaloe Close Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LS
Proposed single storey garage extension, canopy roof to existing entrance door, new external timber cladding/insulated render to existing walls. Addition of new roof lights and solar panels
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-11-26
- Sufton Court Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LU
Proposed works to Tree A, Tree B, Tree C - reduce mature dead silver birch to ground level. Tree D - reduce leaning mature robinea stem to ground level. Probably not a good idea to replace the trees a
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-11-25
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P243004/K - Sufton Court Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LU
Proposed works to Tree A, Tree B, Tree C - reduce mature dead silver birch to ground level. Tree D - reduce leaning mature robinea stem to ground level. Probably not a good idea to replace the trees
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-11-25
P242158/K - Holy Rood Church Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LN
T1 Yew- Reduce overhanging limbs from driveway.
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-08-20
P242113/K - Old Rectory Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LN
T1 Yew- Reduce all round by 1m. T2 Beech - Reduce all round by 1-2m. T3 Magnolia - Reduce all round by 2-3m. T4 Maple - Pollard to previous points. T5 Smoke Tree - Reduce all round 2-3m. T6
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-08-20
P241948/K - Old Rectory Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LN
Front garden: T1: Common Yew - reduce top crown down by approx 1m. T2:Variegated Acer - reduce iverall crown down by approx 1m leaving balanced. T3: Acer - reduce overall crown by 3m leaving tree
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-07-30
P241860/K - Bell House Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LW
Reduce a mature Ash tree to ground level in south east corner of rear garden. Obstructing satalite dish with no alternative dish location also early signs of Ash die back.
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-07-22
P233229/F - Stable and Yard North of the Mews House Mordiford Herefordshire HR1 4LN
Proposed variation of condition 1 of planning permission 192596 (Variation of condition 2 of planning permission application 143272/F (Proposed earth sheltered dwelling to replace an existing st
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-10-31
P232182/F - Mordiford Church Of England Primary School Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LW
Roof mounted solar PV installation.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-07-18
P231905/F - Mordiford Church Of England Primary School Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LW
Variation of Conditions 1 & 2 of planning permission 201921 (Application for removal of condition 2 of planning permission 171848 (Retention of existing double mobile classroom) to remove re
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-06-27
P231712/FH - 23 Pentaloe Close Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LS
Proposed single storey extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-06-07
P222459/K - Old Rectory Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LN
Eculatytus species - remove the tree to prevent damage to historic wall .
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-07-23
P221496/L - Old Rectory Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LN
Proposed rear extension.
Status: Refused | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-05-11
P221495/FH - Old Rectory Mordiford Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4LN
Proposed rear extension.
Status: Refused | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-05-11

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A brief summary of Mordiford in Herefordshire

Property prices in Mordiford show an average sale price of £288,400, 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 Mordiford a particularly low-crime area.

Mordiford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Mordiford. 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 Mordiford includes 5 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Scutterdine Quarry SSSI, River Lugg SSSI, Haugh Wood SSSI and 2 more; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Wye Valley; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Wye. 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 Mordiford

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Mordiford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

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

At 64 days on average, decisions near Mordiford slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Mordiford were discharge of conditions (3), tree works (2), listed building and heritage (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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