How long do planning decisions take near Wick Episcopi?

The average planning decision time near Wick Episcopi 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 Wick Episcopi?

The planning approval rate near Wick Episcopi is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wick Episcopi?

The most common type of planning application near Wick Episcopi is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Wick Episcopi, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wick Episcopi, Worcestershire.

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About Wick Episcopi

Wick Episcopi is a village located in the Wychavon district of Worcestershire, England, just two miles from the town of Pershore and nestled within a significant bend of the River Avon. The village is surrounded by designated Locally Important Parks and Gardens, highlighting its scenic environment and potential for development considerations in planning applications.

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Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

101 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 43
anti-social-behaviour: 21
shoplifting: 9
criminal-damage-arson: 6
other-theft: 6
public-order: 5
burglary: 3
drugs: 2
vehicle-crime: 2
bicycle-theft: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1
robbery: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wick Episcopi.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wick Episcopi based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Wick Episcopi.

- Worcester Golf And Country Club Bransford Road Worcester WR2 4EZ
Listed building consent for the repair of the flooring in the bar area and work to address movement and cracking to a localised area on the exterior of the West elevation of the Club House.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Worcester | Date: 2026-01-27
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- 42 Winchester Avenue Worcester WR2 4JE
Proposed single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Worcester | Date: 2026-01-16
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- 43 Hudson Close Worcester WR2 4DP
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Worcester | Date: 2026-01-02
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- Worcester Golf And Country Club Bransford Road Worcester WR2 4EZ
Listed building consent for patio and paved area to the southern side of the clubhouse to replace existing gravel pathway,grass and planted area
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Worcester | Date: 2025-11-28
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- Worcester Golf And Country Club Bransford Road Worcester WR2 4EZ
Listed building consent for the installation of entrance gates and railings to main entrance.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Worcester | Date: 2025-10-01
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- 226 Malvern Road Worcester WR2 4PA
Group 1> Lawson cypress trees - Side back to the boundary line and the crown raised to 4 meters from ground level on the property number 230 side.
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: Worcester | Date: 2025-09-30
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- 192 Malvern Road WORCESTER WR2 4LL
Proposed extension to vehicular access.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Worcester | Date: 2023-05-16
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- 16 Manor Road WORCESTER WR2 4PD
Two storey front and side extension. Single storey side and rear extension. External wall rendering to existing property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Worcester | Date: 2022-12-30
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A brief summary of Wick Episcopi in Worcestershire

The Wick Episcopi area recorded 101 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Wick Episcopi has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, St John's, Historic City, Royal Infirmary, 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 Wick Episcopi includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Teme SSSI. 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 Wick Episcopi

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Wick Episcopi. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Wick Episcopi.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Wick Episcopi slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Wick Episcopi were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (3).

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