How long do planning decisions take near Witton Hill?

The average planning decision time near Witton Hill is 62 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 Witton Hill?

The planning approval rate near Witton Hill is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Witton Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Witton Hill is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Witton Hill?

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Witton Hill, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Witton Hill, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

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Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 005G

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Witton Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Witton Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

14 planning applications found near Witton Hill.

- The Barn Prickley Green Martley Worcester WR6 6QQ
Glazed rear extension to form orangery to dwelling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2020-09-02
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- Sedalia Rosses Lane Wichenford Worcester WR6 6YU
Proposed Balcony
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2019-06-05
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- Trecefn Prickley Green Martley Worcester WR6 6QQ
Single storey extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2018-02-09
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- The Barn, Prickley Green, Martley, Worcestershire, WR6 6QQ
New entrance lobby for existing dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2016-10-25
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- Plum Tree Cottage,Prickley Green,Martley,Worcestershire,WR6 6QQ
Demolition of garden store
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2012-07-11
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- Plumtree Cottage , Prickley Green, Martley, Worcester, WR6 6QQ
Siting of LPG tank
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2008-07-10
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- Plumtree Cottage , Prickley Green, Martley, Worcester, WR6 6QQ
Siting of LPG tank
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2008-07-10
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- Plumtree Cottage , Prickley Green, Martley, Worcester, WR6 6QQ
Complete rethatching
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2007-11-23
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- Fairview , Rosses Lane, Wichenford, Worcester, WR6 6YU
Conservatory
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2005-08-02
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- Sedalia , Rosses Lane, Wichenford, Worcester, WR6 6YU
Proposed two storey side/rear extension, repositioned conservatory and retrospective incorporation of land within the domestic curtilage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2004-07-12
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- Brook Court , Martley, Worcester, WR6 6QG
Oak framed orangerie.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2004-04-22
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- Brook Court , Martley, Worcester, WR6 6QG
Oak framed orangerie
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2004-04-22
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- Orchard Cottage , Rosses Lane, Wichenford, Worcester, WR6 6YU
Change of use of existing attached garage to home office, covered link porch and dormer window
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2003-11-18
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- Brook Court , Martley, Worcester, WR6 6QG
Proposed erection of new barn and range of 3 No. holiday cottages ancillary to Brook Court
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2002-12-16
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A brief summary of Witton Hill in Worcestershire

Witton Hill is a settlement located in Worcestershire, England.

Neighbourhood safety in Witton Hill is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Witton Hill has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Witton Hill includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Witton Hill

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Witton Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Witton Hill may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Witton Hill slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Witton Hill were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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