How long do planning decisions take near Upper Ham?

The average planning decision time near Upper Ham is 68 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 Ham?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Ham?

The most common type of planning application near Upper Ham is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upper Ham?

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Upper Ham, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Ham, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £303,688 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Malvern Hills
Parliamentary constituency: West Worcestershire
LSOA: Malvern Hills 008C

Crime Statistics

20 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

shoplifting: 8
anti-social-behaviour: 3
other-theft: 3
violent-crime: 3
public-order: 2
possession-of-weapons: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper Ham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Upper Ham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Upper Ham.

- Bury End Farm Bury End Lane Upton Upon Severn Worcester WR8 0NJ
Proposed building to replace existing commercial buildings (Class B2 and B8 use) following extensive fire damage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2025-04-25
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A brief summary of Upper Ham in Worcestershire

Upper Ham is a settlement located in Worcestershire, England.

Property prices in Upper Ham show an average sale price of £303,688, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 20 crimes reported in the Upper Ham area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Upper Ham has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Upper Ham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Upton Ham SSSI. 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 Upper Ham

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Upper Ham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

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

At 68 days on average, decisions near Upper Ham slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Upper Ham were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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