How long do planning decisions take near The Walshes?

The average planning decision time near The Walshes 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 The Walshes?

The planning approval rate near The Walshes is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

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

The most common type of planning application near The Walshes is discharge of conditions, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near The Walshes?

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The Walshes, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near The Walshes, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

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

About The Walshes

The Walshes is a fictional suburb located in West Dublin, portrayed in the Irish comedy television series of the same name, which aired its first episode in March 2014. Created by Graham Linehan and the comedy group Diet of Worms, the series revolves around a close-knit family navigating their everyday lives. While primarily a comedic narrative, the setting and community dynamics may be relevant for those exploring planning applications or development opportunities in similar suburban environments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £281,790 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wyre Forest
Parliamentary constituency: Wyre Forest
LSOA: Wyre Forest 012C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near The Walshes.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Walshes based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

11 planning applications found near The Walshes.

- 2 Bower Bank Stourport On Severn Worcestershire DY13 0AF
Cut back 3 Pine trees and Fell 3 x Pine trees
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-05-05
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- 59 Hanstone Road Stourport On Severn Worcestershire DY13 0HB
Proposed first floor extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-04-10
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- Glenview Dunley Road Stourport On Severn Worcestershire DY13 0AY
Single storey rear extension, alterations and render to all elevations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-03-05
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- The Lower House Areley Lane Stourport On Severn Worcestershire DY13 0TA
Removal and replacement of roof
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-02-26
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- 47 Princess Way Stourport On Severn Worcestershire DY13 0DZ
Formation of a front driveway and associated boundary treatment (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-02-05
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- 41 Hanstone Road Stourport On Severn Worcestershire DY13 0HB
Discharge of Conditions 2 (External Materials), 8 (Drainage), 10 (Renewable Energy) and 11 (Water Efficiency) attached to planning approval ref: 25/0630/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-02-05
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- 41 Hanstone Road Stourport On Severn Worcestershire DY13 0HB
Discharge of Condition 3 (BNG) attached to planning approval ref: 25/0630/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-02-04
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- 9 Church Walk Stourport On Severn Worcestershire DY13 0AL
Pollard lime tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2025-11-17
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- 39 Areley Court Stourport On Severn Worcestershire DY13 0AR
Large Copper / Purple Beech tree - Crown raise and also thin out the crown by removing any crossing branches, removal of deadwood
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2025-04-16
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- 11 Church Walk Stourport On Severn Worcestershire DY13 0AL
Pollard Lime Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2024-02-22
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- 10 Dunley Road Stourport On Severn Worcestershire DY13 0AX
Demolition of existing rear conservatory, remodelling of existing side (converted) garage into living accommodation and single-storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2023-05-25
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A brief summary of The Walshes in Worcestershire

Property prices in The Walshes show an average sale price of £281,790, 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 The Walshes a particularly low-crime area.

The Walshes has 6 conservation areas within its boundaries: Stourport-on-Severn No. 1, No data available for publication by HE, Gilgal, Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, Stourport-on-Severn No. 2, Areley KIngs. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 The Walshes includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Walshes

In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near The Walshes. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near The Walshes.

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 The Walshes were discharge of conditions (17), full planning applications (9), tree works (6).

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 4 medium-scale applications, 40 smaller schemes were submitted.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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