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Planning in Upton upon Severn

Approved
75%
15 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Upton upon Severn

Upton upon Severn is a charming riverside town and civil parish located in the Malvern Hills District of Worcestershire, England. Situated along the A4104, it has a population of 2,903 as of the 2021 census, making it a small but vibrant community ideal for those interested in local planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,901 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Malvern Hills district.

Property prices in Upton upon Severn 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 Upton upon Severn 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 Upton upon Severn a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Upton upon Severn has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upton upon Severn 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 Upton upon Severn, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Upton upon Severn. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (4), discharge of conditions (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upton upon Severn?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Upton upon Severn. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upton upon Severn?
The average planning decision time near Upton upon Severn 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 Upton upon Severn?
The planning approval rate near Upton upon Severn is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upton upon Severn?
The most common type of planning application near Upton upon Severn is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upton upon Severn?
You can search and track planning applications near Upton upon Severn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.