Ribbesford, Worcestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ribbesford, Worcestershire.
Worcestershire · England · settlement
About Ribbesford
Ribbesford is a quaint village located in the Wyre Forest District of Worcestershire, England, with a population of 237 recorded in the 2001 census. Its rural charm and community spirit make it an appealing area for potential planning applications, particularly for those looking to develop within a tranquil setting.
Population: 332 (2021)
District: Wyre Forest
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £331,543 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Wyre Forest
- Parliamentary constituency: Wyre Forest
- LSOA: Wyre Forest 011A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ribbesford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ribbesford.
- 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 Ribbesford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Ribbesford.
- - Lower Lodge 4 Lower Park Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2DP
Discharge of condition 2 (external materials) of planning permissions: 24/0227/LBC
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-05-11
View full details - - Site B Hilfield Red Hill Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2DT
Permission in Principle for a Single Dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - Site A Hilfield Red Hill Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2DT
Permission in Principle for a Single Dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - Lower Lodge 4 Lower Park Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2DP
Discharge of condition 2 (external materials) of planning permissions: 24/0186/HOU and 24/0227/LBC
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 40 Highclere Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2EY
Demolition of existing conservatory and construction of a new rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 14 Hernes Nest Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2ET
Proposed new porch roof, roof windows, rear dormer and glazing
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - Land At Os 378860 274670 Red Hill Bewdley Worcestershire
Discharge of Condition 2 (External Materials) attached to planning approval ref: 22/0246/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2025-10-08
View full details - - Winterdyne Lodge Red Hill Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2TE
Erection of an extension to dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2024-11-25
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A brief summary of Ribbesford in Worcestershire
Ribbesford is a quaint village located in the Wyre Forest District of Worcestershire, England, with a population of 237 recorded in the 2001 census. Its rural charm and community spirit make it an appealing area for potential planning applications, particularly for those looking to develop within a tranquil setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 332 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wyre Forest district.
Property prices in Ribbesford show an average sale price of £331,543, 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 Ribbesford a particularly low-crime area.
Ribbesford has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bewdley, Ribbesford. 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 Ribbesford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wyre Forest SSSI; 15 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 Ribbesford
In the last 24 months, 61 planning applications were submitted near Ribbesford. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Ribbesford.
The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Ribbesford were listed building and heritage (19), full planning applications (15), tree works (8). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 57 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
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.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 23 applications
- Refused: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 36 applications
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