How long do planning decisions take near Woonton (HR3)?

The average planning decision time near Woonton (HR3) is 45 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 Woonton (HR3)?

The planning approval rate near Woonton (HR3) is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Woonton (HR3)?

The most common type of planning application near Woonton (HR3) is amendment applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Woonton (HR3)?

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Woonton (HR3), Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woonton (HR3), Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Woonton (HR3) are administered by Herefordshire Council. View the full Herefordshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Woonton (HR3)

Woonton is a hamlet located within the parish of Almeley in Herefordshire, England, situated along the A480 road and in proximity to the town of Kington. This quaint settlement offers a rural setting that may be of interest for planning applications related to residential development and local infrastructure improvements.

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Area Information

Admin district: Powys
Parliamentary constituency: Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
LSOA: Powys 015B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woonton (HR3).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Woonton (HR3).

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 Woonton (HR3) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

43 planning applications found near Woonton (HR3).

P260943/F - Land southeast of Woonton Farm Woonton Almeley Hereford
Development of nine dwellings and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-27
P240419/F - Camp Cottage Camp Lane Woonton Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6QN
Renovation and extension of existing barn for existing agricultural purposes part retrospective.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-08-13
P251350/AM - Land at Pool House Farm Woonton Herefordshire
Proposed non-material amendment to planning permission 230542 (Residential development comprising the erection of eight dwellings and associated works) - To utilise Marsh Ensign+Phos-Lite pa
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Non Material Amendment | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-05-05
- Land adjacent to Hopleys Green Road Woonton Herefordshire
Proposed Non Material Amendment to planning permission 220838 (Application for variation condition 2 and removal of condition 6 following grant of planning permission 202554)- Repositioning of the det
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-03-17
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P250869/AM - Land adjacent to Hopleys Green Road Woonton Herefordshire
Proposed Non Material Amendment to planning permission 220838 (Application for variation condition 2 and removal of condition 6 following grant of planning permission 202554)- Repositionin
Status: Approved | Type: Non Material Amendment | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-03-17
P250415/FH - 4 The Barn Yard Woonton Herefordshire HR3 6QL
Proposed erection of small residential outbuilding comprising single bay garage and garden store.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-01-31
- 4 The Barn Yard Woonton Herefordshire HR3 6QL
Proposed erection of small residential outbuilding comprising single bay garage and garden store.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-01-31
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P241847/FH - 4 The Barn Yard Woonton Herefordshire HR3 6QL
Proposed removal of 'faux' brick external stairs from front elevation.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-07-23
P241771/F - Rodo House 2 The Barn Yard Woonton Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6QL
Retrospective application for change of use of land from agricultural to residential.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-07-22
- Rodo House 2 The Barn Yard Woonton Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6QL
Retrospective application for change of use of land from agricultural to residential.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-07-11
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P241115/F - 3 The Barn Yard Woonton Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6QL
Proposed change of use of land and erection of green house and shed (Retrospective).
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-05-22
P241291/XA2 - Pool House Farm Woonton Herefordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 3, 4, 5, 6,7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13 attached to planning permission 230542.
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-05-16
- 3 The Barn Yard Woonton Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6QL
Proposed change of use of land and erection of green house and shed (Retrospective).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-04-24
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P240899/F - Stocks Engineering, The Forge Garage Woonton Herefordshire HR3 6QN
Proposed conversion and extension of existing workshop to create a dwelling and associated works.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-03-28
P240421/FH - Rodo House 2 The Barn Yard Woonton Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6QL
Proposed pergola and garden shed
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-02-13
P232493/F - Woonton Farm Woonton Herefordshire
Application for variation of condition 2 following grant of planning permission 203683 (Proposed erection of 5 dwellings and associated garaging and parking) - minor amendments to gara
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-08-14
P230542/F - Pool Farm Woonton Herefordshire
Residential development comprising the erection of eight dwellings and associated works. (DOC 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13 see 241291)
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-02-17
P224309/F - Woonton Farm Woonton Herefordshire
Application for variation of condition 2 of planning permission 203683(Proposed erection of 5 dwellings and associated garaging and parking). - Plot 1 - garage enclosed to provide secure stora
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-01-11
P223541/AM - Woonton Farm Woonton Herefordshire HR3 6QL
Proposed non-material amendment to planning permission 203683(Proposederection of 5 dwellings and associated garaging and parking) Change of Stone Cladding to Weatherboard/Timber Cladding
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Non Material Amendment | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-10-26
P222250/F - Land at Woonton Farm Woonton Herefordshire
Application for variation of condition 2 following grant of planning permission 203683 - (Proposed erection of 5 dwellings and associated garaging and parking) - change of car port design on plot 3.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-07-06

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A brief summary of Woonton (HR3) in Herefordshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Woonton (HR3) a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Woonton (HR3) includes 4 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 Woonton (HR3)

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Woonton (HR3). Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 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 Woonton (HR3).

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Woonton (HR3) were amendments (2), full planning applications (1).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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