How long do planning decisions take near Staplow?

The average planning decision time near Staplow is 35 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 Staplow?

The planning approval rate near Staplow is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Staplow?

The most common type of planning application near Staplow is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Staplow, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Staplow, Herefordshire.

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About Staplow

Staplow is a quaint village in Herefordshire, located just 2 miles north of Ledbury. It features notable landmarks such as The Oak Inn, a historic pub dating back to the 17th century, and several Grade II listed buildings like Woodhouse Farmhouse and Prior's Court. The B4214 road provides vital connections to Ledbury and Bromyard, while the nearby River Leadon adds to the village's charm. The remnants of the Hereford and Gloucester Canal, which once traversed Staplow, reflect its historical significance and present opportunities for planning and development.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £349,830 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 018B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Staplow.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Staplow based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

20 planning applications found near Staplow.

P252388/FH - 3 Staplow Cottages Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NP
Proposed removal of the existing rear extension, replacement with a two-storey extension, a single-storey side extension and the erection of a garden office pod.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-08-19
P240638/U - Staplow Stables Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NP
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for an existing ancillary annexe
Status: Approved | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLEUD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-04-03
P240381/FH - 2 Staplow Cottages Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NP
Proposed extension to rear of dwelling and proposed outbuilding comprising double garage, store/workshop and attic level home office.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-02-12
P230319/FH - 5 Staplow Cottages Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NP
Proposed detached garage/workshop in rear garden of semi detached dwelling.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-01-30
P202674/V - Staplow Stables Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NP
Conversion of existing outbuilding into annex, closing up central access into the garden of the main House and adding two new doors and a window to the front elevation, plus one door to the rear e
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLOPD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2020-08-16
P193368/FH - The Barn Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NP
Installation of a wood-burning stove within The Barn with the flue passing through a party wall into my neighbour's unoccupied portion ofthe barn and exiting through the north side of their roof.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-10-02
P193369/L - The Barn Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NP
Installation of a wood-burning stove within The Barn with the flue passing through a party wall into my neighbour's unoccupied portion ofthe barn and exiting through the north side of their roof.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-10-02
P192540/L - Priors Court Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NQ
Insertion of a first floor with the use of a new internal timber frame structure within a grade II listed building
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-07-21
P183943/L - Priors Court Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NQ
Creation of additional opening windows to the Southern end of the West elevation and a flue to a wood burning stove to exit close to theridge adjacent to the flue from the neighbouring property.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-11-06
P183741/F - Priors Court Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NQ
Insertion of additional walls and roof to convert a 3 wall concrete bay into a covered parking area to store estate maintenance equipment,including a tractor.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-10-23
P183921/AM - Priors Court Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NQ
Proposed non-material amendment to planning permission ref 143758/F (Change of use of pool barn/games room to residential dwelling. Internal alterations) - Addition of two windows to the south
Status: Approved | Type: Non Material Amendment | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-10-22
P180624/FH - Parsons Cottage Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NP
Erection of a green oak 4m x 6m pavilion in the back garden with a cedar shingle roof. The pavilion will not be attached to the home and it will be 6m from the NE corner of the house.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-02-28
P180536/F - Priors Court Stables Priors Court Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NQ
Extension of the stable building to form a new tack room and Hay store
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-02-09
P180535/L - Priors Court Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NQ
Proposed internal alterations to create additional accommodation to support the functioning of the space as an office.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-02-09
P180227/F - Land at Priors Court Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire
Proposed conversion of the upper floor of a modern shed into residential accommodation.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-01-22
P164161/O - Land at 2 Staplow Cottages Staplow Bosbury Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NP
Proposed detached three bedroom dwelling with integral garage within the curtilage of the existing cottage and improvements to existing driveway and parking areas.
Status: Refused | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2016-12-29
P143758/F - Priors Court Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NQ
Change of use of Pool Barn/Games Room to residential dwelling. Internal alterations.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2015-03-13
P143759/L - Priors Court Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NQ
Change of use of Pool Barn/Games Room to residential dwelling. Internal alterations.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2015-03-13
P143760/G - Priors Court Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NQ
Removal of S.106 obligation to allow the residential dwellings known as the Granary, Hopbine, Oast, Brambles, Cider Barn and Willows to be sold separately from the remaining land and buildings.
Status: Approved | Type: Vary/Discharge Obligation | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2015-01-08
P132056/L - Parsons Cottage Staplow Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 1NP
Change of material to conservatory approved under application 2004/1327/F and 2004/1328/L, minor amendment to add plinth wall to cill.
Status: Refused | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2013-07-25

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A brief summary of Staplow in Herefordshire

Property prices in Staplow show an average sale price of £349,830, 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 Staplow a particularly low-crime area.

Staplow has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bosbury. 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.

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Planning Activity in Staplow

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Staplow. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 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 Staplow.

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Staplow were outline applications (1).

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