How long do planning decisions take near Upper Wick?

The average planning decision time near Upper Wick is 72 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 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upper Wick?

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Upper Wick, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Wick, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Upper Wick are administered by Malvern Hills District Council. View the full Malvern Hills District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £294,360 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Malvern Hills
Parliamentary constituency: West Worcestershire
LSOA: Malvern Hills 005C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper Wick.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wick based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Upper Wick.

- Maple Cottage Upper Wick Lane Rushwick WR2 5SN
Prior notification for a larger home extension - single-storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2026-03-25
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- Westwood Bransford Road Rushwick Worcester WR2 5TA
Erection of lean-to shed to replace existing standalone shed and wood store.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2026-03-17
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- Rushwick Cricket Club Upper Wick Lane Rushwick Worcester WR2 5SU
Erection of a Gazebo adjacent south elevation of existing pavillion
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2025-11-17
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- 12 Christine Avenue Rushwick Worcester WR2 5SP
Prior Notification for a Larger Home Extension - Single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2025-08-12
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A brief summary of Upper Wick in Worcestershire

Property prices in Upper Wick show an average sale price of £294,360, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Upper Wick a particularly low-crime area.

Upper Wick has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Riverside. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Wick includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Teme SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Wick

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Upper Wick. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

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

The average decision period of 72 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Upper Wick were full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (4), listed building and heritage (3). Full planning applications account for 53% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 17 smaller schemes were submitted.

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