How long do planning decisions take near Weobley?

The average planning decision time near Weobley is 79 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 Weobley?

The planning approval rate near Weobley is 57%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Weobley?

The most common type of planning application near Weobley is tree works applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Weobley, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Weobley, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

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About Weobley

Weobley is a historic civil parish in Herefordshire, England, known for its rich heritage as a former market town. Today, it is celebrated as one of the county's distinctive black and white villages, featuring an array of charming timber-framed buildings. While it retains the historical status of a town, Weobley now identifies itself as a village, making it an interesting area for planning applications related to conservation and development.

Population: 1,274 (2021)

District: Herefordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £288,400 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: Hereford and South Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 010B

Crime Statistics

16 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 8
burglary: 3
criminal-damage-arson: 2
anti-social-behaviour: 1
public-order: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Weobley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Weobley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

187 planning applications found near Weobley.

P260715/FH - 2 Portland Street Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8SB
Erection of detached gazebo.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-28
P260701/K - The Old School House Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8QL
T2, T4 (mountain ashes), and T21 (cedar) require felling works as soonas possible. T21, poses a serious risk to the public. T5, T6 (both box), and T8 to T20 (mostly holly and box, one each of Japan
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-06
- The Old School House Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8QL
T2, T4 (mountain ashes), and T21 (cedar) require felling works as soonas possible. T21, poses a serious risk to the public. T5, T6 (both box), and T8 to T20 (mostly holly and box, one each of Japanese
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-06
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P260295/K - 17 Bearcroft Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8TA
To remove one ornamental fir tree situated at the end of the overgrownhedgeline. It is limiting access to the vehicular access to the property and has encroached onto the adjoining estate paveme
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-02
- 17 Bearcroft Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8TA
To remove one ornamental fir tree situated at the end of the overgrownhedgeline. It is limiting access to the vehicular access to the property and has encroached onto the adjoining estate pavement. Th
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-02-02
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P260290/K - 31 Burton Wood Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8SZ
Eastern Arborvitae - works to be carried out, lower branches removed to 4 to 5 feet to clear debris underneath and regrow grass and generalpruning
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-30
- 31 Burton Wood Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8SZ
Eastern Arborvitae - works to be carried out, lower branches removed to 4 to 5 feet to clear debris underneath and regrow grass and generalpruning
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-30
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- 67 Burton Wood Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8SY
Removal of a Willow tree on my boundary line. At the moment unable to put a fence up to enclose my garden and the tree has outgrown the garden
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-27
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P260222/K - 67 Burton Wood Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8SY
Removal of a Willow tree on my boundary line. At the moment unable to put a fence up to enclose my garden and the tree has outgrown the garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-27
- Throne Farm Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8TE
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed, 120mm Hardcore stone capped with 18mm to dust, stone track
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-26
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P260220/K - 91 Bearcroft Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8TD
T1 - Leylandii Conifer tree. Complete removal
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-26
P260213/PA7 - Throne Farm Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8TE
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed, 120mm Hardcore stone capped with 18mm to dust, stone track
Status: Approved | Type: All others - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-26
- 91 Bearcroft Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8TD
T1 - Leylandii Conifer tree. Complete removal
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-01-26
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P253568/K - Communal Land at Burton Gardens Weobley Herefordshire HR4 8SR
T1 Cypress - Crown lift to give 5-6 m clearance from ground level. T2 Beech - Remove all parts of crown overhanging bungalow to suitable growth points. T3 - European Hornebeam - Reduce crown to giv
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Trees in a Conservation Area | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-17
P253530/PAE - Weobley Primary School Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8ST
Prior notification for roof mounted solar panels.
Status: Approved | Type: (Part 14) All Classes - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-08
P253520/PAE - Weobley High School Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8ST
Prior approval for proposed roof mounted solar panels.
Status: Approved | Type: (Part 14) All Classes - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-08
P253234/FH - 15 Burton Wood Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8SU
Extension to dwelling.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-11-21
P253251/XA2 - Nurses Cottage Hereford Road Weobley Herefordshire HR4 8SW
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 3 4 5 6 & 7attached to planning permission 251976
Status: Undecided | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-11-10
- St Columbas Cottage High Street Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8SL
Demolition of conservatory, construction of single-storey rear extension, replacement of defective roof tile finish to match existing and defective rooflights.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-10-29
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P253128/L - St Columbas Cottage High Street Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8SL
Demolition of conservatory, construction of single-storey rear extension, replacement of defective roof tile finish to match existing and defective rooflights.
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-10-29

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A brief summary of Weobley in Herefordshire

Property prices in Weobley show an average sale price of £288,400, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 16 crimes reported in the Weobley area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Weobley has one conservation area within its boundaries: Weobley. 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.

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Planning Activity in Weobley

In the last 24 months, 105 planning applications were submitted near Weobley. Of these, 57% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Weobley.

The average decision period of 79 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Weobley were tree works (12), full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

10 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 5 were dismissed (44% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 12 applications
Refused: 2 applications
Withdrawn: 7 applications
Awaiting decision: 53 applications

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