Applications Submitted for Hopfields Urban Extension South of Worcester
What happened
Applications regarding the Hopfields urban extension were submitted to Malvern Hills District Council on September 23, 2026. The submissions concern a 246-home plan for land south of Worcester, which follows outline permission for a total of 2,204 homes granted in 2022. The developer, Countryside Properties, stated the land consists of five separate agricultural fields and the proposal includes 15-metre tall buildings and a new park called Clerkleap River Park.
From worcesternews.co.uk
Why it matters
The applications are part of a series of reserved matters being reviewed by the council. The proposed development includes a Main Street and a new park focused on blue infrastructure, such as a realigned brook associated with the flood plain. The site also incorporates a Roman Road planned for pedestrian and cycle use.
Malvern Hills District Council is currently reviewing solar farm plans that border Worcestershire county.
From worcesternews.co.uk