How long do planning decisions take near Preston on Wye?

The average planning decision time near Preston on Wye is 48 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 Preston on Wye?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Preston on Wye?

The most common type of planning application near Preston on Wye is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Preston on Wye?

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Preston on Wye, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Preston on Wye, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

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

About Preston on Wye

Preston on Wye is a picturesque village and civil parish in Herefordshire, England, located approximately 9 miles west of Hereford near the scenic River Wye. The village is surrounded by nearby communities, including Monnington on Wye, Lulham, and Moccas, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications and development opportunities.

Population: 190 (2021)

District: Herefordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £320,706 (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 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Preston on Wye.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Preston on Wye based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

12 planning applications found near Preston on Wye.

P242844/PA7 - The Mill Preston-On-Wye Hereford Herefordshire HR2 9JU
Prior approval for proposed steel portal framed agricultural building.
Status: Approved | Type: All others - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-11-04
P232101/XA2 - Land at The Bank Preston-on-Wye Herefordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 attached to planning permission 223902
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-07-03
P223902/F - The Bank Preston-on-Wye Herefordshire HR2 9JU
Proposed siting of fully accessible holiday lodge and associated decking, formation of access track, drainage and landscaping.(For DOC 3 see 232101)
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-11-25
SW092273/F - Ivy Cottage Preston-On-Wye Hereford HR2 9JU
Removal of Condition 10 of Planning Approval DCSW2004/2877/F.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2009-09-09
DS053236/O - Land At The Mill Preston-On-Wye Herefordshire HR2 9JU
Site for equestrian workers dwelling
Status: Refused | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2005-09-27
DS043698/F - Ivy Cottage Preston-On-Wye Hereford, Herefordshire HR2 9JU
Replacement dwelling.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2004-08-08
DS031816/F - The Mill Preston-On-Wye Hereford HR2 9JU
Conservatory
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2003-06-12
DCN021920/F - Preston Court Preston-On-Wye Hereford, Herefordshire HR2 9JU
Alterations and extension including rebuild of utility room and rear entrance hall, new breakfast room
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2002-06-18
DCN021921/L - Preston Court Preston-On-Wye Hereford, Herefordshire HR2 9JU
Alterations and extension including rebuild of utility room and rear entrance hall, new breakfast room
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2002-06-18
DCN020401/F - The Mill Preston-On-Wye Hereford
Extension to dwelling.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2002-02-07
DCN020400/F - The Mill Preston-On-Wye Hereford
Reinstatement of gate and access to highway.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2002-02-07
DCN001213/F - Preston Court Preston-On-Wye Hereford, Herefordshire HR2 9JU
All weather green surface tennis court and 2.75m high chain link fence
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2000-03-22

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A brief summary of Preston on Wye in Herefordshire

Property prices in Preston on Wye show an average sale price of £320,706, 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 Preston on Wye a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Preston on Wye includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Wye SSSI, The Flits SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 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 Preston on Wye

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Preston on Wye. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

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

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Preston on Wye were discharge of conditions (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were 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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