How long do planning decisions take near Ruxton?

The average planning decision time near Ruxton is 49 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 Ruxton?

The planning approval rate near Ruxton is 30%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ruxton?

The most common type of planning application near Ruxton is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ruxton?

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Ruxton, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ruxton, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

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

District: King's Caple

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £288,400 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 008B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ruxton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ruxton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

17 planning applications found near Ruxton.

P242388/A - Upper Ruxton Farm Kings Caple Hereford HR1 4TX
Installation of 2 no. non-illuminated free-standing signs.
Status: Approved | Type: Advertisement Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-10-09
P242441/RM - Land adjacent to Lightfields Kings Caple Hereford HR1 4UE
Application for approval of reserved matters following outline approval 202070 (Outline planning application with all matters bar access reserved for the erection of up to 15 dwellings, with
Status: Undecided | Type: Approval of Reserved Matters | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-09-19
P221102/RM - Land adjacent to Lightfields Kings Caple Hereford HR1 4UE
Application for approval of reserved matters, Appearance, Landscaping,Layout & Scale following Outline approval 202070 (Outline planning application with all matters bar access reserved for the ere
Status: Refused | Type: Approval of Reserved Matters | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-04-12
P220737/F - Cherry Trees Poulstone Lane Kings Caple Herefordshire HR1 4UD
Proposed single storey dwelling with roof terrace and a detached car port.
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-03-16
P212975/O - Land to rear of Kingslea and Newhaven Kings Caple Herefordshire HR1 4UD
Outline application with all matters reserved for a rural workers dwelling.
Status: Refused | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-08-30
P202070/O - Land adjacent to Lightfields Kings Caple Hereford HR1 4UE
Outline planning application with all matters bar access reserved for the erection of up to 15 dwellings, with up to 35% affordable.
Status: Approved | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2020-08-04
P193958/FH - Cherry Trees Kings Caple Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4UD
The proposal includes taking down the existing conservatory and constructing a single storey rear extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-11-14
P170068/FH - 3 The Clusters Kings Caple Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4UD
Proposed conversion of existing store to study and building a single storey utility with shower room. Rebuilding existing garage.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2017-01-19
P152583/FH - 1 Lower Ruxton Cottages Ruxton Lane Kings Caple Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4TX
Proposed alterations and extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2015-09-13
P150893/U - Ruxton Farm Ruxton Lane Kings Caple Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4TX
Certificate of lawfulness for existing use of Byre converted as a selfcontained holiday let with private parking and garden areas.
Status: Approved | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLEUD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2015-03-25
S122525/FH - Lower Ruxton House Ruxton Lane Kings Caple Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4TX
Proposed two storey extension with lean-to.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2012-09-09
SE092931/FH - Lightfields Kings Caple Herefordshire HR1 4UE
Single storey extension to accommodate indoor heated swimming pool with covered link from existing dwelling.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2009-12-03
DS072732/O - Land Adjacent To The Homestead Kings Caple Hereford, Herefordshire HR1 4UD
Erection of 10 detached two storey 4 bedroom dwellings and garages.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2007-09-04
DS071582/F - Lower Ruxton Farm Kings Caple Hereford, Herefordshire HR1 4TX
Proposed conservatory.
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2007-05-23
DS044852/F - Newhaven Kings Caple Hereford, Herefordshire HR1 4UD
Proposed conservatory to rear
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2004-11-19
DCC023717/F - Homestead Kings Caple Herefordshire HR1 4UD
Alteration of ridgeline height of garage (approval CE2001/1781/F)
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2002-11-27
DCC011689/F - Homestead Kings Caple Hereford, Herefordshire HR1 4UD
Erection of double garage. (In lieu of single garage previously approved under Application No. SH971456PM).
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2001-07-11

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A brief summary of Ruxton in Herefordshire

Ruxton is a settlement located in Herefordshire, England. It sits within the King's Caple district.

Property prices in Ruxton show an average sale price of £288,400, 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 Ruxton a particularly low-crime area.

Ruxton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hoarwithy. 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 Ruxton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Wye SSSI; 4 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.

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Planning Activity in Ruxton

In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Ruxton. Of these, 30% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 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 Ruxton.

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ruxton were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 13% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 9 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.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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