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Planning in Rushwick

Approved
88%
22 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Rushwick

Postcode districts

WR2 183 applications in the last 12 monthsWR6 196 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Malvern Hills District Council

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About Rushwick

Rushwick is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Malvern Hills district of Worcestershire, England, just west of Worcester. Encompassing the villages and hamlets of Broadmore Green, Crown East, Rushwick village, and Upper Wick, the parish spans an area of 5.06 square kilometres. The River Teme delineates its southern boundary, while the Worcester to Hereford railway line traverses the village, providing vital transport links for potential development and planning opportunities in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,403 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Malvern Hills district.

Property prices in Rushwick show an average sale price of £294,360, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rushwick 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 Rushwick a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Rushwick, 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, 27 planning applications were submitted near Rushwick. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (3). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rushwick?
In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Rushwick. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Rushwick?
The average planning decision time near Rushwick is 67 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 Rushwick?
The planning approval rate near Rushwick is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rushwick?
The most common type of planning application near Rushwick is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rushwick?
You can search and track planning applications near Rushwick on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.