Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire.
Herefordshire · England · Town
About Ross-on-Wye
Ross-on-Wye is a charming market town and civil parish located in Herefordshire, England, close to the Welsh border. As of 2021, it has a population of approximately 10,978 residents. Situated on the banks of the River Wye and adjacent to the northern edge of the Forest of Dean, Ross-on-Wye offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance, making it a notable area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 10,990 (2021)
District: Herefordshire
Website: http://www.rosstc-herefordshire.gov.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £357,255 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
- Parliamentary constituency: Hereford and South Herefordshire
- LSOA: Herefordshire 022A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ross-on-Wye.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ross-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 Ross-on-Wye based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
576 planning applications found near Ross-on-Wye.
- P260959/FH - 18 Three Crosses Road Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7HB
Loft conversion with dormer to rear.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-30 - P260680/L - The Old Mill Brookend Street Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7EG
Re-pointing and repairs to existing stone facades.
Status: Undecided | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-05 - - The Old Mill Brookend Street Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7EG
Re-pointing and repairs to existing stone facades.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - P260260/F - The Barber Shop 24 Crofts Lane Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7AB
Change of use of lower ground floor from hairdressing salon (Use classE(c)(ii)) to full residential use (Class C3)
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-28 - - The Barber Shop 24 Crofts Lane Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7AB
Change of use of lower ground floor from hairdressing salon (Use classE(c)(ii)) to full residential use (Class C3)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-28
View full details - P260058/PA7 - Evelyn Marsh Farm Lane Hildersley Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7NQ
Prior notification for portal frame, steel clad agricultural storage building.
Status: Undecided | Type: All others - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-15 - - Evelyn Marsh Farm Lane Hildersley Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7NQ
Prior notification for portal frame, steel clad agricultural storage building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - P253395/U - Broadmeadow Caravan And Camping Park Station Approach Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7BW
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate confirming condition 3 of permission SH930560PF has been breached continuously for more than 10 years.
Status: Approved | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLEUD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-19 - - Green space off Brampton Road Brampton Road Ross-on-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7EH
T1: Multi stem Ash - fell. T2: Oak - fell. T3: Thorn - fell. T4: Thorn- fell. T5: Sycamore (x2) fell. T6: Chestnut - fell. These trees are causing significant damage to the wall.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-18
View full details - P253641/J - Green space off Brampton Road Brampton Road Ross-on-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7EH
T1: Multi stem Ash - fell. T2: Oak - fell. T3: Thorn - fell. T4: Thorn- fell. T5: Sycamore (x2) fell. T6: Chestnut - fell. These trees are causing significant damage to the wall.
Status: Approved | Type: Works to trees covered by TPO | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-18 - P253396/F - Cydeway from Old Tannery Way to Ledbury Road Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7GF
Application for variation of a condition 28 of permission P130336/F (Proposed variation of Condition 2 of Planning Permission DCSE2008/0095/F (Erection of 87 dwellings and associated gar
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-18 - P253488/L - 3 Brampton Street Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7EQ
Internal alterations to convert bathroom into a level access shower room.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-04 - - 3 Brampton Street Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7EQ
Internal alterations to convert bathroom into a level access shower room.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-04
View full details - - Broadmeadow Caravan And Camping Park Station Approach Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7BW
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate confirming condition 3 of permission SH930560PF has been breached continuously for more than 10 years.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-11-25
View full details - - Cydeway from Old Tannery Way to Ledbury Road Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7GF
Application for variation of a condition 28 of permission P130336/F (Proposed variation of Condition 2 of Planning Permission DCSE2008/0095/F (Erection of 87 dwellings and associated garages, new acce
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-11-25
View full details - - 12 Court Road Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7XD
Lawful Development Certificate for erection of a single storey rear extension.
Status: Unresolved | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-11-12
View full details - P253272/V - 12 Court Road Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7XD
Lawful Development Certificate for erection of a single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLOPD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-11-12 - - 1 Penyard Villas Weston Grove Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 5LX
Demolition of rear outbuilding, construction of new single storey side and rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-10-23
View full details - - 1 Penyard Villas Weston Grove Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 5LX
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the construction of an L-Shaped dormer loft conversion.
Status: Rejected | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-10-23
View full details - P253074/FH - 1 Penyard Villas Weston Grove Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 5LX
Demolition of rear outbuilding, construction of new single storey side and rear extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-10-22
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A brief summary of Ross-on-Wye in Herefordshire
Ross-on-Wye is a charming market town and civil parish located in Herefordshire, England, close to the Welsh border. As of 2021, it has a population of approximately 10,978 residents. Situated on the banks of the River Wye and adjacent to the northern edge of the Forest of Dean, Ross-on-Wye offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance, making it a notable area for planning applications and development opportunities. The Town has a population of approximately 10,990 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Herefordshire district.
Property prices in Ross-on-Wye show an average sale price of £357,255, 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 Ross-on-Wye a particularly low-crime area.
Ross-on-Wye has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ross-on-Wye. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Ross-on-Wye includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Wye SSSI, Wilton Bluff, Ross-on-Wye SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Wye Valley; 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ross-on-Wye planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.rosstc-herefordshire.gov.uk/. 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.
Planning Activity in Ross-on-Wye
In the last 24 months, 299 planning applications were submitted near Ross-on-Wye. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 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 Ross-on-Wye.
The average decision period of 72 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Ross-on-Wye were tree works (49), full planning applications (41), listed building and heritage (15). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 4 large-scale (major) developments, 29 medium-scale applications, 112 smaller schemes were submitted.
6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 6 were 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: 64 applications
- Refused: 6 applications
- Withdrawn: 11 applications
- Awaiting decision: 135 applications
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