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Planning in Symonds Yat

Approved
83%
24 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Symonds Yat

Postcode districts

HR9 367 applications in the last 12 monthsGL16 109 applications in the last 12 monthsHR8 240 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Herefordshire Council

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About Symonds Yat

Symonds Yat is a picturesque village located in the Wye Valley, spanning the counties of Herefordshire and Gloucestershire. Nestled along the banks of the River Wye, it serves as a popular tourist destination and is just a few miles from Monmouthshire and the Welsh border, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications and developments in a scenic setting.

Property prices in Symonds Yat show an average sale price of £347,318, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

The area around Symonds Yat has 29 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Symonds Yat, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Symonds Yat. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

The most common types were outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Symonds Yat?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Symonds Yat. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Symonds Yat?
The average planning decision time near Symonds Yat is 78 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 Symonds Yat?
The planning approval rate near Symonds Yat is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Symonds Yat?
The most common type of planning application near Symonds Yat is outline applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Symonds Yat?
You can search and track planning applications near Symonds Yat on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.