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Planning in Ombersley

Approved
82%
14 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ombersley in the last 24 months, from Wychavon District Council's planning register.

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About Ombersley

Ombersley is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Wychavon district of Worcestershire, England, encompassing several rural areas and small hamlets, including Holt Fleet, notable for Thomas Telford's historic Holt Fleet Bridge over the River Severn. With a population of 2,407 as of the 2021 census, Ombersley has been part of a grouped parish council with the nearby parish of Doverdale since 1973, making it a key location for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,407 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wychavon district.

Ombersley covers an area of approximately 3183.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Ombersley show an average sale price of £357,522, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ombersley 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 Ombersley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ombersley has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ombersley 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.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Ombersley, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Ombersley. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), tree works (4), discharge of conditions (4).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ombersley?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Ombersley. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ombersley?
The average planning decision time near Ombersley is 50 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 Ombersley?
The planning approval rate near Ombersley is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ombersley?
The most common type of planning application near Ombersley is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ombersley?
You can search and track planning applications near Ombersley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.