How long do planning decisions take near Powick?

The average planning decision time near Powick is 30 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 Powick?

The planning approval rate near Powick is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Powick?

The most common type of planning application near Powick is listed building consent applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Powick?

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Powick, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Powick, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

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About Powick

Powick is a village and civil parish situated in the Malvern Hills district of Worcestershire, England. Located just two miles south of Worcester and four miles north of Great Malvern, Powick encompasses the village of Callow End and several hamlets, including Bastonford, Clevelode, Collett's Green, and Deblins Green, making it an area of interest for planning applications and community developments.

Population: 3,463 (2021)

District: Malvern Hills

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Area Information

Admin district: Worcester
Parliamentary constituency: Worcester
LSOA: Worcester 009E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Powick.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Powick based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Powick.

- Cross House Malvern Road Powick Worcester WR2 4RP
Rebuild of boundary retaining wall
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2026-04-13
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- The Red Lion 45 The Village Powick Worcester WR2 4QT
Retention of uPVC windows to rear and side of listed building (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2026-03-12
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- The Hideaway Kings End Road Powick Worcester WR2 4RA
Undertake tree works, as detailed on application form and in any accompanying information
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2025-09-19
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- The Hermitage 9 Kings End Road Powick Worcester WR2 4RA
Undertake tree works as detailed in the application form and any other accompanying information.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2025-07-30
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- Manor Farm Upton Road Powick Worcester WR2 4QX
Notification for Prior Approval for the proposed change of use of an Agricultural Building to 7no dwellinghouses and for building operations reasonably necessary for the conversion
Status: Rejected | Type: Other | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2025-05-02
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- 8 Old Rectory Close Powick Worcester WR2 4QU
Demolition of existing single storey flat roof utility area and garage and replace with single storey extension to provide kitchen/diner space, separate utility room and downstairs Shower/WC plus addi
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2024-04-24
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A brief summary of Powick in Worcestershire

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

Powick has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Riverside. 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 Powick includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Teme SSSI. 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 Powick

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Powick. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 30 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 Powick.

The average decision time of 30 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Powick were listed building and heritage (2), tree works (2), full planning applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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