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Planning in Upper Colwall

Approved
93%
83 of 87 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Upper Colwall

Postcode districts

WR14 263 applications in the last 12 monthsWR13 190 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Herefordshire Council

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About Upper Colwall

Upper Colwall is a picturesque civil parish located in Herefordshire, England, nestled against the western slopes of the Malvern Hills and within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The area features distinct sections, including Colwall Stone, Upper Colwall, and Colwall Green, which stretches along the B4218 road for approximately 2 miles. The historic village core lies just a mile west of Colwall Stone, making it a charming location for potential planning applications.

Property prices in Upper Colwall show an average sale price of £377,100, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Upper Colwall area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Upper Colwall has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Colwall 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 Upper Colwall, 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, 98 planning applications were submitted near Upper Colwall. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were tree works (26), full planning applications (9), outline applications (2). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upper Colwall?
In the last 24 months, 98 planning applications were submitted near Upper Colwall. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upper Colwall?
The average planning decision time near Upper Colwall is 50 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 Upper Colwall?
The planning approval rate near Upper Colwall is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Colwall?
The most common type of planning application near Upper Colwall is tree works applications, with 26 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upper Colwall?
You can search and track planning applications near Upper Colwall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.