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Planning in Welland

Approved
80%
16 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Welland

Welland is a charming village and civil parish located within the Malvern Hills district of Worcestershire, England. Situated approximately 6 miles from Malvern, 15 miles from Worcester, and 18 miles from Gloucester, it shares a parish council with Little Malvern, comprising 9 of the 11 councillors. The village is nestled amidst picturesque farmland and common land, contributing to the scenic character of the Malverns region, making it an appealing area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,558 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Malvern Hills district.

Property prices in Welland show an average sale price of £377,100, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Welland 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 Welland a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Welland has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Welland 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 Welland, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Welland. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (6), amendments (3).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Welland?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Welland. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Welland?
The average planning decision time near Welland is 57 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 Welland?
The planning approval rate near Welland is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Welland?
The most common type of planning application near Welland is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Welland?
You can search and track planning applications near Welland on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.