How long do planning decisions take near Stock Wood?

The average planning decision time near Stock Wood is 52 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 Stock Wood?

The planning approval rate near Stock Wood is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stock Wood?

The most common type of planning application near Stock Wood is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stock Wood?

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Stock Wood, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stock Wood, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Stock Wood are administered by Wychavon District Council. View the full Wychavon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £294,360 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wychavon
Parliamentary constituency: Redditch
LSOA: Wychavon 008C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stock Wood.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stock Wood based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Stock Wood.

- Leasowes Stockwood Inkberrow Redditch B96 6SS
Removal of Oak Tree as detailed on application form and in any accompanying information
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-06-24
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- Hindle Wakes Stockwood Inkberrow Redditch B96 6SS
Discharge of Condition 4 (External Materials) of planning permission W/24/02608/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-02-19
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- Hindle Wakes Stockwood Inkberrow Redditch B96 6SS
Non-material amendment following a grant of planning permission W/24/02608/FUL for minor changes to proposed elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-02-06
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- Hindle Wakes Stockwood Inkberrow Redditch B96 6SS
Change of use of land and replacement of the existing timber stables styled outbuilding and separate blockwork garage outbuilding for ancillary accommodation and greenhouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2024-12-24
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A brief summary of Stock Wood in Worcestershire

Stock Wood is a settlement located in Worcestershire, England.

Property prices in Stock Wood show an average sale price of £294,360, 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 Stock Wood a particularly low-crime area.

Stock Wood has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Inkberrow. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Stock Wood includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wylde Moor, Feckenham SSSI, Stock Wood Meadows SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Stock Wood

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Stock Wood. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

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

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Stock Wood were tree works (2), other applications (2), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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