How long do planning decisions take near Stoke Hill?

The average planning decision time near Stoke Hill is 84 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 Hill?

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

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

The most common type of planning application near Stoke Hill is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Stoke Hill, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stoke Hill, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Stoke Hill are administered by Herefordshire Council. View the full Herefordshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Stoke Hill

Stoke Hill, located to the north of Exeter in Devon, England, is notable for its historical significance, featuring an Iron Age hill fort and a Roman signal station. This rich archaeological heritage may influence planning applications in the area, particularly those related to conservation and land use.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £312,439 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 005C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stoke Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

44 planning applications found near Stoke Hill.

P260026/FH - 1 Nethercourt Cottages Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HJ
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-29
- 1 Nethercourt Cottages Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HJ
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-07
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- Nethercourt Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HJ
There are 20 trees requiring work some lopping, some pollarding and some felling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-10-23
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P253068/K - Nethercourt Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HJ
There are 20 trees requiring work some lopping, some pollarding and some felling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-10-22
P251312/K - 1 Nethercourt Cottages Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HJ
T1: Leylandii - sectionally dismantle down to leave as near ground level as possible.|
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-04-29
P250750/F - Church House Farm Stoke Lacey Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HH
Proposed agricultural building and biodiversity wildlife areas at Church House Farm.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-03-04
P242205/K - Stoke House Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HJ
There were once 11 horse chestnut trees along the drive, but four havebeen cut right down to hedge height. The 7 remaining horse chestnut trees now need work to either cut back the crowns and reduce
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-08-26
P240440/K - 1 Nethercourt Cottages Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HJ
T1: Conifers (x4) - reduce the tops away from the powerlines (approx. 2-3 ft). T2: Silver Birch - prune the upper crown to shape, prune the branches rubbing the cables, and remove the limb growing tow
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-02-14
P240392/K - Old Rectory Cottage Stoke Lacy Herefordshire HR7 4HJ
T1 - Silver Birch. Reduce height by approx. 40% to create a more compact form. The tree has been pruned away from the power lines in the past and is now growing at an excessive angle towards th
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-02-08
P232870/XA2 - The Hop Kiln Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HJ
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 attached to listed building consent 232157/L
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-09-19
P232197/F - Stables at Stokes Hill Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4RE
Proposed variation of condition 4 of planning permission 193982 (Application for the retention of barn for use as cinema room and gym,and retention of stables for use as ancillary residential an
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-07-20
P232157/L - The Hop Kiln Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HJ
Replacement of existing modern double glazed timber windows with new double glazed timber windows. Replacement of existing balcony due to the existing one being in dangerous condition. (DOC 3 see 23
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-07-16
P230310/K - 1 Nethercourt Cottages Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HJ
T1 Silver Birch (Betula pendula) - Remove or reduce by 20%. T2 Royal Red Norway Maple (Acer platanoides 'Royal Red'), T3 Himalayan Birch (Betula utilis jacquemontii), T4 Lawsons Cypress (Chamaecypa
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-02-01
P222584/K - Orchard Barn Rear Of Nether Court Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HJ
We wish to remove a sycamore tree adjacent to the river Loden which is on our land. We had the sycamore seeds tested by the Royal Veterinary College for the level of hypoglycin in the seeds,
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-08-02
P193982/F - Stokes Hill Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4RE
Application for the retention of barn for use as cinema room and gym, and retention of stables for use as ancillary residential annex both in association with the dwelling house (to include a change
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-12-06
P192707/K - Orchard Barn Rear of Nether Court Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HJ
5 day notice - to fell a tree. Ash tree (T1) we need urgent permission to fell a ash tree which is overhanging our horse arena. Branches are falling off the tree and landing in the arena,
Status: Approved | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-07-28
P181214/FH - Old Rectory Cottage Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HJ
Proposed side lobby and retrospective application to convert attached garage into living accommodation.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-03-23
P174388/K - Stoke House Herb Lane Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HJ
Works to Willow (T1) and Horse Chestnut(T2).
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2017-11-22
P172768/K - The Old Coach House Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4HH
Purple Maple (T1) - fell - poor condition, significant dieback (75%), short life expectancy.
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2017-07-31
P170887/FH - Evendine Stoke Lacy Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4RE
Proposed ground floor extension, demolish garage and rebuild a ground floor extension on the same floor plan. Internal alterations to include removing internal walls, a new front door and hall p
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2017-03-27

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A brief summary of Stoke Hill in Herefordshire

Property prices in Stoke Hill show an average sale price of £312,439, 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 Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Stoke Hill has one conservation area within its boundaries: Stoke Lacy. 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 Hill includes 3 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 Hill

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Stoke Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 days.

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

The average decision period of 84 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Stoke Hill were full planning applications (2), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2). 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 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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