How long do planning decisions take near Sunset?

The average planning decision time near Sunset is 51 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 Sunset?

The planning approval rate near Sunset is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sunset?

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

How can I track planning applications near Sunset?

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Sunset, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sunset, Herefordshire.

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About Sunset

Sunset is a locality located just east of Kington in Herefordshire, England. Its proximity to Kington makes it a relevant area for planning applications, as it may benefit from developments or changes in local infrastructure that impact the surrounding region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £286,109 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 006C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Sunset.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Sunset based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

17 planning applications found near Sunset.

P261118/PA1 - Cranleigh Hatton Gardens Industrial Esta Kington Herefordshire HR5 3DE
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed side and rear extension. The extension will extend beyond the rear wall of the original dwelling by 5.03 metres. The maximum he
Status: Undecided | Type: Home Notification - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-14
P251132/F - Unit 2 18b Headbrook Kington Herefordshire HR5 3DZ
Proposed single-storey extension with extraction duct to accommodate aspraying workshop (part retrospective)
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-06-08
P251134/XA2 - Land at 1 Waterloo Road Kington Herefordshire HR5 3RB
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 3 & 6 attached to planning permission 242359
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-04-07
P250451/F - Kington Court Community Care Centre Victoria Road Kington Herefordshire HR5 3BX
Proposed demolition of an existing covered porch entrance, hip to gable extension to main porch entrance, removal of ground floor windowand internal alterations to facilitate the provision of addi
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-03-04
- Kington Court Community Care Centre Victoria Road Kington Herefordshire HR5 3BX
Proposed demolition of an existing covered porch entrance, hip to gable extension to main porch entrance, removal of ground floor windowand internal alterations to facilitate the provision of addition
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-02-04
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P242359/F - Land at 1 Waterloo Road Kington Herefordshire HR5 3RB
Siting of a mobile food vending van & associated landscaping. (For DOC3 & 6 see 251134)
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-09-30
P241577/FH - Redroofs 4 Coronation Road Kington Herefordshire HR5 3BU
Proposed first floor extension. Small extension to the south. Slight increase in external dimensions to install wall insulation. Detached outbuilding to north and lean-to outbuilding to eas
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-06-27
P211788/FH - 8 Banley Drive Kington Herefordshire HR5 3FD
Proposed first floor extension over the garage.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-04-26
P210130/F - Turnpike Headbrook Kington Herefordshire HR5 3DY
Demolition of an existing barn. Relocation of Turnpike Cottage with proposed extension. Proposed erection of 4 no. dwellings and associated works.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-04-19
P210674/XA2 - Dev 1 Land At 36 Deacons Yard Redevelopment Of Workshop To 3 Terraced Plus 7 New Dwellings Victoria Road Kington Herefordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 4 attached to planning permission 153631/F
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-02-19
P210279/FH - 4 Black Barn Close Kington Herefordshire HR5 3FB
Proposed garage extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-01-15
P201955/O - Sunset Mews Sunset Row Kington Herefordshire HR5 3DE
Outline application for proposed terrace of 10 mews style cottages.
Status: Refused | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-01-04
P204127/V - 21 Wall Hills Close Kington Herefordshire HR5 3GA
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for a proposed new single storey, rear extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLOPD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2020-11-23
P201751/F - Land at Deacon's Yard, 36 Victoria Road Kington Herefordshire
Proposed residential development of 9 dwellings, demolition of workshop and associated works as an amendment to extant planning consent ref: 153631/F.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2020-06-04
P201459/FH - Stonecote 42 Victoria Road Kington Herefordshire HR5 3BX
Proposed link extension between annexed accommodation and main house together with raising roof of annexe.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2020-05-21
P192941/XA2 - Land at Deacon's Yard, 36 Victoria Road Kington Herefordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 5 and 15 attached to planning permission 153631
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-08-15
P161640/FH - 11 Banley Drive Kington Herefordshire HR5 3FD
Conversion of and single storey extensions to garden studio to create granny annexe.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2016-06-16

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A brief summary of Sunset in Herefordshire

Property prices in Sunset show an average sale price of £286,109, 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 Sunset a particularly low-crime area.

Sunset has one conservation area within its boundaries: Kington. 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 Sunset includes 9 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sunset 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.

Planning Activity in Sunset

In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Sunset. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 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 Sunset.

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Sunset were outline applications (2), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (40% success rate).

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