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Planning in Sutton St Nicholas

Approved
82%
14 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sutton St Nicholas in the last 24 months, from Herefordshire Council's planning register.

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About Sutton St Nicholas

Sutton St Nicholas is a civil parish located approximately 3 miles northeast of Hereford, England. The main settlement, the village of Sutton St Nicholas, is closely linked with Sutton St Michael, which was once a separate parish. Notably, the parish also encompasses Sutton Walls, believed to be the historical site of the palace of the kings of Mercia, making it a point of interest for potential planning applications in the area.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Sutton St Nicholas a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sutton St Nicholas has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sutton St Nicholas 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Sutton St Nicholas, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Sutton St Nicholas. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sutton St Nicholas?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Sutton St Nicholas. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sutton St Nicholas?
The average planning decision time near Sutton St Nicholas is 48 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 Sutton St Nicholas?
The planning approval rate near Sutton St Nicholas is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
How can I track planning applications near Sutton St Nicholas?
You can search and track planning applications near Sutton St Nicholas on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.