Wribbenhall, Worcestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Wribbenhall, Worcestershire.
Worcestershire · England · settlement
About Wribbenhall
Bewdley, located in the Wyre Forest District of Worcestershire, England, is a charming town and civil parish nestled along the banks of the River Severn. Situated just 3.5 miles from Kidderminster and 12.5 miles from Worcester, it serves as a gateway to the Wyre Forest national nature reserve. With a population of 9,267 as of the 2021 census, Bewdley is renowned for its historic Bewdley Bridge, designed by Thomas Telford, and its picturesque Georgian riverside, making it a notable area for planning applications, especially in tourism and conservation.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £331,543 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Shropshire
- Parliamentary constituency: South Shropshire
- LSOA: Shropshire 035E
Crime Statistics
48 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 23
- anti-social-behaviour: 11
- shoplifting: 5
- public-order: 2
- vehicle-crime: 2
- criminal-damage-arson: 1
- other-theft: 1
- possession-of-weapons: 1
- robbery: 1
- other-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Wribbenhall.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wribbenhall.
- 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 Wribbenhall based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
13 planning applications found near Wribbenhall.
- - 68 Sandbourne Drive Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1BN
Sycamore Tree - Removal of partially hollow limb
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - Caretakers Bungalow 52 Stourport Road Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1BL
Change of use of residential dwelling back into functional use to support its educational operations. The building will be converted into offices/ teaching space / support rooms and meeting facilities
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - 68 Sandbourne Drive Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1BN
Sycamore Tree - Reduction to reduce the tree height by approximately 4 metres and the width by approximately 2.5 to 3 metres on all sides, additionally the removal of epicormic growth to a height of 2
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - Ty Brith Wheatcroft Avenue Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1DD
Conversion of existing garage into annexe accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - West Midlands Safari Park Kidderminster Road Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1LF
Construction of 1No. safari lodge and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2025-11-07
View full details - - 57 Kidderminster Road Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1BU
Discharge of condition 3 (Drainage) for planning application 24/0656/HOU
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2025-07-16
View full details - - 11 Brook Vale Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1BQ
Tree Works: Reduce the height of English yew hedge alongside driveway and boundary fence to 2 metres and trim sides
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2025-04-16
View full details - - 57 Kidderminster Road Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1BU
Proposed single storey extension, garage conversion and erection of replacement detached garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2024-10-03
View full details - - 3 Heathfield Road Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1JT
Rear ground floor extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2024-09-16
View full details - - Land On The South Side Of Kidderminster Road Bewdley Worcestershire
Variation of Condition 38 of Planning Permission 21/0672/FUL to update approved plan showing Housing Mix which will result in loss of one Affordable Rented unit (from 14 to 13) and gain of Shared Owne
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2024-09-13
View full details - - The Stables Spring Grove Farm Bewdley By Pass Wribbenhall Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1LQ
The installation of a wall mounted EV charging point within the curtilage of the building
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2024-05-16
View full details - - Land On The South Side Of Kidderminster Road Bewdley Worcestershire
Discharge of Conditions 2 (external materials), 3 (Acoustic Fencing), 4 (Levels), 9 (Arboricultural Method Statement), 10 (Pre-commencement Site Meeting),19 and 22 (Ecology Mitigation Plan), 20 (Walk
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2023-12-20
View full details - - 15 Delamere Road Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1JU
Two storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wyre Forest | Date: 2023-11-10
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A brief summary of Wribbenhall in Worcestershire
Bewdley, located in the Wyre Forest District of Worcestershire, England, is a charming town and civil parish nestled along the banks of the River Severn. Situated just 3.5 miles from Kidderminster and 12.5 miles from Worcester, it serves as a gateway to the Wyre Forest national nature reserve. With a population of 9,267 as of the 2021 census, Bewdley is renowned for its historic Bewdley Bridge, designed by Thomas Telford, and its picturesque Georgian riverside, making it a notable area for planning applications, especially in tourism and conservation.
Property prices in Wribbenhall show an average sale price of £331,543, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The Wribbenhall area recorded 48 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.
Wribbenhall has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bewdley, Ribbesford. 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 Wribbenhall includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Devil's Spittleful SSSI; 9 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 Wribbenhall
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Wribbenhall. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wribbenhall may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Wribbenhall were listed building and heritage (18), full planning applications (14), tree works (11). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
In terms of development scale, 6 medium-scale applications, 54 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 29 applications
- Refused: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 29 applications
Nearby Towns
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