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Planning in Salwarpe

Approved
64%
9 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Postcode districts

WR9 238 applications in the last 12 monthsWR3 111 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wychavon District Council

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About Salwarpe

Salwarpe is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Wychavon district of Worcestershire, England, just under two miles southwest of Droitwich amidst picturesque open countryside. Also known as Salwarp, the area has historical significance, having been referred to as Salop in the time of John Leland. Since 2003, Salwarpe has collaborated with Hindlip and Martin Hussingtree, sharing a parish council that may impact local planning applications and development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,484 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wychavon district.

Salwarpe covers an area of approximately 979.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Salwarpe show an average sale price of £357,522, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Salwarpe 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 Salwarpe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Salwarpe has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Salwarpe 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 Salwarpe, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Salwarpe. Of these, 64% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), other applications (4), discharge of conditions (3). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Salwarpe?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Salwarpe. The approval rate is 64%.
How long do planning decisions take near Salwarpe?
The average planning decision time near Salwarpe is 55 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 Salwarpe?
The planning approval rate near Salwarpe is 64%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Salwarpe?
The most common type of planning application near Salwarpe is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Salwarpe?
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