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Planning in Widemarsh

Approved
93%
71 of 74 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Widemarsh

Postcode districts

HR1 412 applications in the last 12 monthsHR4 375 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Herefordshire Council

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About Widemarsh

Widemarsh, located in Herefordshire, is part of the West Midlands and is governed by a series of electoral divisions and wards established following the Local Government Act of 1972. Each division and ward has an associated number of elected councillors, reflecting the area’s local governance structure and providing insight into community representation for those researching planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Widemarsh show an average sale price of £320,706, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Widemarsh 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 Widemarsh a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Widemarsh 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 Widemarsh, 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, 87 planning applications were submitted near Widemarsh. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were tree works (3), full planning applications (2), outline applications (2). 6 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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 Widemarsh?
In the last 24 months, 87 planning applications were submitted near Widemarsh. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Widemarsh?
The average planning decision time near Widemarsh is 55 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 Widemarsh?
The planning approval rate near Widemarsh is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Widemarsh?
The most common type of planning application near Widemarsh is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Widemarsh?
You can search and track planning applications near Widemarsh on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.