How long do planning decisions take near Saffron's Cross?

The average planning decision time near Saffron's Cross is 69 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 Saffron's Cross?

The planning approval rate near Saffron's Cross is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Saffron's Cross?

The most common type of planning application near Saffron's Cross is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Saffron's Cross?

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Saffron's Cross, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Saffron's Cross, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

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

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Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: Hereford and South Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 012C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Saffron's Cross.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Saffron's Cross.

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 Saffron's Cross based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

26 planning applications found near Saffron's Cross.

P261376/V - Englands Gate Inn Bodenham Hereford Herefordshire HR1 3HU
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the partial implementation of planning permission ref 171319 to include site preparation, access formation and temporary security measure
Status: Undecided | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLOPD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-07
P260849/FH - 3 Caldervale Bodenham Hereford Herefordshire HR1 3LB
First floor side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-20
P260005/FH - Calderwell Cottage Bodenham Hereford Herefordshire HR1 3LB
Erection of a new garden office to replace shed.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-20
- Calderwell Cottage Bodenham Hereford Herefordshire HR1 3LB
Erection of a new garden office to replace shed.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-05
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- Land Adjacent Englands Gate Inn Proposed Residential Development Of Up To 10 Dwellin C1125 From A417 To The Vauld Via Bodenham Village Bodenham Herefordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 5 6 & 7 attached to planning permission 171319
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-10-28
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P253125/XA2 - Land Adjacent Englands Gate Inn Proposed Residential Development Of Up To 10 Dwellin C1125 From A417 To The Vauld Via Bodenham Village Bodenham Herefordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 5 6 & 7 attached to planning permission 171319
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-10-28
P250592/ENF - Land at Brockington Golf Club Bodenham Hereford Herefordshire HR1 3HX
Enforcement Appeal
Status: Appeal | Type: Enforcement Appeal | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-03-03
P242920/ENF - Land at Brockington Golf Club Bodenham Hereford Herefordshire HR1 3HX
Enforcement appeal
Status: Appeal | Type: Enforcement Appeal | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-01-28
P242535/V - 13 Millcroft Road Bodenham Hereford Herefordshire HR1 3LX
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed use ofproperty to be occupied by young people ahead of moving into foster care, in addition to live in carers who provide 24/7 care.
Status: Approved | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLOPD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-11-04
P241965/FH - Rustonia Bodenham Hereford Herefordshire HR1 3LB
Proposed construction of a single-story detached garage to be used forparking a motorbike and additional storage. Access to garage will be created from the existing driveway.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-08-14
P240746/F - Land adjacent to Brockington Golf Club Bodenham Hereford Herefordshire HR1 3HX
Proposed holiday chalets comprising of 2 no. single storey 2 bed chalets and 1 no. partial two storey 3 bed chalet/Airbnb.
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-04-16
P241023/FH - Ketchgate Cottage Bodenham Hereford Herefordshire HR1 3LE
Proposed conversion of first floor above workshop to an annexe and a detached garage.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-04-14
P232234/F - Land at Brockington Golf Club Bodenham Hereford Herefordshire HR1 3HX
To replace existing timber building for a single residential dwelling and garage
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-08-02
- Land at Brockington Golf Club Bodenham Hereford Herefordshire HR1 3HX
To replace existing timber building for a single residential dwelling and garage
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-07-20
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P221360/FH - 3 Brockington Road Bodenham Hereford Herefordshire HR1 3LR
Proposed first floor extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-04-28
P220635/FH - Rustonia Bodenham Hereford Herefordshire HR1 3LB
Proposed single storey side extension to bungalow to add new kitchen/diner, utility room and wet room
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-03-21
P213738/FH - Galdana 25 Millcroft Road Bodenham Hereford Herefordshire HR1 3LX
Proposed single and two storey extension and alterations.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-02-11
P212842/XA2 - Dev 1 Land Adjacent Englands Gate Inn Proposed Residential Development Of Up To 10 Dwellin C1125 From A417 To The Vauld Via Bodenham Village Bodenham Herefordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 6 attached to planning permission 171319.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-07-19
P211731/RM - Land Adjacent Englands Gate Inn Bodenham Herefordshire HR1 3HU
Application for approval of reserved matters (Appearance, Landscaping,Layout and Scale) for a scheme of 8 dwellings following outline approval 171319/O.
Status: Approved | Type: Approval of Reserved Matters | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-04-28
P201414/F - Workshop 1 Hamwyn Joinery Bodenham Herefordshire HR1 3HT
Proposed extension to workshop to provide living accommodation
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2020-05-31

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A brief summary of Saffron's Cross in Herefordshire

Saffron's Cross is a settlement located in Herefordshire, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Saffron's Cross a particularly low-crime area.

Saffron's Cross has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bodenham. 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 Saffron's Cross includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Lugg 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 Saffron's Cross

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Saffron's Cross. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

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

At 69 days on average, decisions near Saffron's Cross slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Saffron's Cross were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 8% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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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