How long do planning decisions take near Torton?

The average planning decision time near Torton is 114 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 Torton?

The planning approval rate near Torton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Torton?

The most common type of planning application near Torton is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Torton?

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Torton, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Torton, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

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Area Information

Admin district: Wyre Forest
Parliamentary constituency: Wyre Forest
LSOA: Wyre Forest 002C

Crime Statistics

4 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 2
burglary: 1
drugs: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Torton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Torton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Torton.

- The Caravan Charlton Lane Torton Hartlebury Kidderminster DY11 7SD
Permission in Principle for a single dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-03-31
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- Perry Farm Perry Lane Torton Hartlebury Kidderminster DY10 4HY
Change of use of barn to secure dog play barn
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-03-09
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- Land At (OS 8442 7267), Worcester Road, Low Hill
Certificate of lawfulness for siting of 1no. static caravan, being used as a residence/change of used of land. Small building in corner of site.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2025-07-15
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- De Beers Garden Centre Worcester Road Torton DY11 7SB
Demolition of existing garden centre. Outline consent for up to x24 dwellings (50% Affordable) with associated highway works, landscape works and relocation of bus stop (all matters reserved excluding
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2025-05-21
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- Carpenters Worcester Road Low Hill Kidderminster DY11 7RT
Re-build outbuilding and change of use of land to garden land (Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2024-10-31
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- Aurora Wilden View School Worcester Road Torton Kidderminster DY11 7RR
Removal and replacement of doors on second floor, to comply with fire safety requirements of the previously permitted Change Of Use W/22/01773/LB
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2023-04-21
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A brief summary of Torton in Worcestershire

Torton is a settlement located in Worcestershire, England.

Neighbourhood safety in Torton is generally good, with just 4 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Torton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hartlebury. 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.

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Planning Activity in Torton

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Torton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 114 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Torton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 114 days, decisions near Torton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Torton were full planning applications (3), outline applications (2), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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