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Planning in Upper Wick

Approved
94%
33 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Upper Wick in the last 24 months, from Malvern Hills District Council's planning register.

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About Upper Wick

Upper Wick is a quaint hamlet located within the parish of Rushwick in Worcestershire. This charming area offers a picturesque setting, making it an interesting location for potential planning applications and developments within the local community.

Property prices in Upper Wick show an average sale price of £294,360, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Upper Wick 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 Wick a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Upper Wick has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Wick 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 Wick, 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, 40 planning applications were submitted near Upper Wick. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), listed building and heritage (6), discharge of conditions (4). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upper Wick?
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Upper Wick. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upper Wick?
The average planning decision time near Upper Wick is 62 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 Wick?
The planning approval rate near Upper Wick is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Wick?
The most common type of planning application near Upper Wick is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upper Wick?
You can search and track planning applications near Upper Wick on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.