How long do planning decisions take near Upper Howsell?

The average planning decision time near Upper Howsell 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 Howsell?

The planning approval rate near Upper Howsell is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

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

The most common type of planning application near Upper Howsell is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upper Howsell?

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Upper Howsell, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Howsell, Worcestershire.

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Area Information

Admin district: Malvern Hills
Parliamentary constituency: West Worcestershire
LSOA: Malvern Hills 007D

Crime Statistics

63 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 22
shoplifting: 8
anti-social-behaviour: 7
burglary: 5
criminal-damage-arson: 5
public-order: 4
other-theft: 3
vehicle-crime: 3
other-crime: 3
drugs: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1
robbery: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper Howsell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Howsell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Upper Howsell.

- 22 Tanhouse Lane Malvern WR14 1TZ
Erection of two storey and single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2026-03-04
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- 22 Bronsil Drive Malvern WR14 1LR
Proposed single storey front and side extension to replace porch and single storey rear extension to replace conservatory. Demolition of garage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2026-02-12
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- 34 Meadway Malvern WR14 1SB
Reserved Matters for access, appearance, landscaping, layout and scale following outline planning permission M/24/00092/OUT for the erection of a single dwellinghouse
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2025-11-18
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- Leigh Coppice Halfkey Road Malvern WR14 1UL
Reserved Matters application for 2 no. dwellings, appearance, landscaping, layout and scale. (Variation of Condition 1 Ref. M/24/00407/RM to relocate position of carport for Plot 1)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2025-05-21
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A brief summary of Upper Howsell in Worcestershire

Upper Howsell is a settlement located in Worcestershire, England.

The Upper Howsell area recorded 63 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Upper Howsell 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 Howsell includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): The Malvern Hills SSSI, Aileshurst Coppice SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Malvern Hills. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Howsell 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.

Planning Activity in Upper Howsell

In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Upper Howsell. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

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

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Upper Howsell were full planning applications (13), outline applications (4), tree works (3). Full planning applications account for 52% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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