How long do planning decisions take near The Bourne?

The average planning decision time near The Bourne is 47 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 The Bourne?

The planning approval rate near The Bourne is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near The Bourne?

The most common type of planning application near The Bourne is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near The Bourne?

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The Bourne, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near The Bourne, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in The Bourne are administered by Wychavon District Council. View the full Wychavon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About The Bourne

The Bourne, located in Worcestershire, is a charming market town and civil parish known for its picturesque setting along the River Wey, a tributary of the Thames. Situated approximately 36 miles southwest of London and within the Borough of Waverley, it encompasses surrounding villages such as Badshot Lea, Hale, and Wrecclesham. Covering an area of 14.1 square miles, The Bourne had a population of 39,488 as of the 2011 census, making it a vibrant community ripe for planning opportunities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Wychavon
Parliamentary constituency: Redditch
LSOA: Wychavon 008B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near The Bourne.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 The Bourne based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near The Bourne.

- Oak Tree House Cockshot Lane Dormston Kington Worcester WR7 4LB
Proposed dormer windows, pitched roof over existing garage and alterations to existing porch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-03-03
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- 12 The Bourne Cockshot Lane Dormston Kington Worcester WR7 4LD
Installation of dropped kerb
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-02-04
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- Coneybury Farm Alcester Road Kington Flyford Flavell Worcester WR7 4DF
Demolition of existing workshops and construction of a fitness studio
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-02-02
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- Coneybury Farm Alcester Road Kington Flyford Flavell Worcester WR7 4DF
Proposed overhead line replacement
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-01-22
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A brief summary of The Bourne in Worcestershire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes The Bourne a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around The Bourne includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Grafton Wood SSSI, Portway Farm Meadows SSSI, Dormston Church Meadow SSSI; 5 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 The Bourne

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near The Bourne. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 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 The Bourne.

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near The Bourne were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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