How long do planning decisions take near Oldfield?

The average planning decision time near Oldfield is 57 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 Oldfield?

The planning approval rate near Oldfield is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Oldfield?

The most common type of planning application near Oldfield is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Oldfield?

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Oldfield, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Oldfield, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

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Area Information

Admin district: Wychavon
Parliamentary constituency: Droitwich and Evesham
LSOA: Wychavon 003A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Oldfield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Oldfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Oldfield.

- 1 Hutbridge Cottages Main Road Ombersley Droitwich Spa WR9 0EL
Non-Material Amendments to Ref: W/24/00168/FUL for additional windows to ground floor (North and East) and replacement of wood cladding with brick.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-04-08
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- Land At (Os 8403 6475) Uphampton Lane Ombersley
Discharge of condition 6 (external lighting) of planning permission W/25/01892/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-01-26
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- Beggars Roost Haye Lane Ombersley Droitwich Spa WR9 0EJ
Replacement porch and covered boiler store
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2025-12-22
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- The Oaks Holly Lane Ombersley Droitwich Spa WR9 0JD
Subdivision of garden and erection of one self build dwelling and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2025-09-22
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- 1 Hutbridge Cottages Main Road Ombersley Droitwich Spa WR9 0EL
Discharge of condition 12 (materials) & 14 (energy) of planning permission W/25/00168/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2025-01-31
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A brief summary of Oldfield in Worcestershire

Oldfield is a settlement located in Worcestershire, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Oldfield a particularly low-crime area.

Oldfield has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Northampton, Uphampton, Ombersley. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Oldfield includes 3 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 Oldfield

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Oldfield. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 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 Oldfield.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Oldfield slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Oldfield were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (5), tree works (3). Full planning applications account for 39% 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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