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Planning in Whitchurch

Approved
74%
28 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Whitchurch in the last 24 months, from Herefordshire Council's planning register.

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Around Whitchurch

Postcode districts

HR9 371 applications in the last 12 monthsHR8 241 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Herefordshire Council

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About Whitchurch

Whitchurch is a picturesque village in Herefordshire, positioned along the A40, which links Ross-on-Wye to Monmouth in Wales. Nestled within the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the village offers a unique blend of natural charm and accessibility, making it an attractive location for planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,005 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Herefordshire district.

Property prices in Whitchurch show an average sale price of £352,890, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Whitchurch has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whitchurch 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 Whitchurch, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near Whitchurch. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Whitchurch?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Whitchurch. The approval rate is 74%.
How long do planning decisions take near Whitchurch?
The average planning decision time near Whitchurch is 82 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 Whitchurch?
The planning approval rate near Whitchurch is 74%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
How can I track planning applications near Whitchurch?
You can search and track planning applications near Whitchurch on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.