How long do planning decisions take near Stoke Bliss?

The average planning decision time near Stoke Bliss is 63 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 Stoke Bliss?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Stoke Bliss?

The most common type of planning application near Stoke Bliss is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stoke Bliss?

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Stoke Bliss, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stoke Bliss, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Stoke Bliss are administered by Malvern Hills District Council. View the full Malvern Hills District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Stoke Bliss

Stoke Bliss is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Malvern Hills district of Worcestershire, England. Known for its picturesque rural setting, it offers a unique blend of community charm and natural beauty, making it a notable area for potential planning applications.

Population: 220 (2021)

District: Malvern Hills

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £424,456 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Malvern Hills
Parliamentary constituency: West Worcestershire
LSOA: Malvern Hills 001D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stoke Bliss.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stoke Bliss based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Stoke Bliss.

- Wigley Gate Stoke Bliss Tenbury Wells WR15 8QH
Proposed single storey replacement extension and removal of chimney.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2026-02-06
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NC091645/F - Upper Underley Stoke Bliss Tenbury Wells, Herefordshire WR15 8QH
Proposed agricultural building
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2009-07-13

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A brief summary of Stoke Bliss in Worcestershire

Property prices in Stoke Bliss show an average sale price of £424,456, 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 Stoke Bliss a particularly low-crime area.

Stoke Bliss has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Stoke Bliss includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Frog End Meadow SSSI; 12 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Stoke Bliss

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Stoke Bliss. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

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

At 63 days on average, decisions near Stoke Bliss slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Stoke Bliss were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 0 were dismissed.

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