Land For Sale in Worcester, Worcestershire
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Description: Extending to a broadly regular and gently undulating area of pastureland, the site of 40 acres is defined by mature hedgerows and intermittent tree belts, creating a strong landscape framework. The western boundary fronts directly onto Hurst Lane, offering clear potential for access, whilst the surrounding context reflects a transition from existing residential development to open countryside. The site occupies a highly sustainable edge-of-settlement position, adjoining established residential areas to the west and south. Importantly, the land presents a compelling strategic development opportunity, being well related to the existing built form and demonstrating logical potential for future growth of the settlement. The site may be suitable for promotion through the emerging Local Plan process, including Call for Sites and site allocation, either independently or as part of a wider strategic landholding. Given ongoing housing land supply pressures within the district and the site's strong locational attributes, the land is considered to have good prospects for residential-led development in the medium to long term, subject to the necessary planning consents. Location: The land is situated to the east of Hurst Lane on the northern edge of Fernhill Heath, an attractive and well-served village located approximately 3 miles north of Worcester city centre. The site benefits from a highly accessible position, combining a semi-rural setting with proximity to...
- Edge of Settlement Location
- Good Transport Links
- Finance may be available
The Land is generally flat and comprises approximately 17.5 acres of arable land bound by mature trees and hedgerows. It is currently accessed from the northwest corner through a single gate off Upper Wick Lane. The Land is included within the Adopted South Worcestershire Development Plan Review (South Worcestershire Development Plan Review 2021 - 2041 - South Worcestershire Development Plan) as a strategic allocation forming part of an 83.29-hectare site at Rushwick (SWDPR 56): Land within the strategic allocation at Rushwick will be developed to deliver approximately 1,000 new dwellings within the Plan period, provide at least 5 hectares of employment land, a new railway station, a new primary school, retail and supporting services and other community facilities. See page 188 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan Review for an indictive concept plan. The Vendor supported the proposed allocation throughout the development of the SWDPR, entering into a Statement of Common Ground on 12 February 2025 stating that it will work with the South Worcestershire Councils and the other landowners on delivering the proposed expansion of Rushwick. Any future landowner is expected to comply with the stated objectives of RES and work with the South Worcestershire Councils and third-party landowners.
- For Sale by Informal Tender
- Allocated Strategic Land
- For Freehold Sale or Promotion Terms
Bruton Knowles are instructed to market For Sale a rarely available parcel of land extending to 5.76 acres, situated to the south of the main road. The subject parcel has been used historically as the 'Ketch Car Boot Sale' site, for visiting circus events and for amenity purposes. The land is surplus to the vendor's requirements, and their preference is to sell the parcel unconditionally. The land comprises a single parcel of agricultural pasture and extends to an area of 5.76 acres (2.33 ha). The land is relatively level and bound to the north and south by mature hedgerows. The land is situated in an edge of settlement location, to the north of the Worcester South Urban Extension of 2204 dwellings and associated commercial development. Numerous schemes have progressed nearby and are under delivery. We are advised that the land is subject to a public right of way to the eastern boundary and the land benefits from an established highways access via the splay to the west of the site.
- For Sale by Informal Tender
- Former Car Boot Sale & Circus Site. Agricultural Amenity Land
- No Uplift / Overage Clause
Prime Development Opportunity in Worcester City Centre A large prominent redevelopment site comprising part of the former Sherriff’s Gate masterplan and extending to 5.9 acres. The site is irregular in shape and abuts the railway line to the west and Sherriff Street to the east. Many of the fo...
Tan House Farm is offered for sale as a whole, to include farmhouse, outbuildings, farm building and circa. 95 acres of productive permanent grassland (note. Circa 90 acres of the land is within the River Teme flood plain).The farmhouse is a most attractive period property, well-presented ...
Bruton Knowles are instructed to market For Sale a rarely available parcel of land extending to 5.76 acres, situated to the south of the main road. The subject parcel has been used historically as the 'Ketch Car Boot Sale' site, for visiting circus events and for amenity purposes. The land is surplus to the vendor's requirements, and their preference is to sell the parcel unconditionally. The land comprises a single parcel of agricultural pasture and extends to an area of 5.76 acres (2.33 ha). The land is relatively level and bound to the north and south by mature hedgerows. The land is situated in an edge of settlement location, to the north of the Worcester South Urban Extension of 2204 dwellings and associated commercial development. Numerous schemes have progressed nearby and are under delivery. We are advised that the land is subject to a public right of way to the eastern boundary and the land benefits from an established highways access via the splay to the west of the site.
The Land is generally flat and comprises approximately 17.5 acres of arable land bound by mature trees and hedgerows. It is currently accessed from the northwest corner through a single gate off Upper Wick Lane. The Land is included within the Adopted South Worcestershire Development Plan Review (South Worcestershire Development Plan Review 2021 - 2041 - South Worcestershire Development Plan) as a strategic allocation forming part of an 83.29-hectare site at Rushwick (SWDPR 56): Land within the strategic allocation at Rushwick will be developed to deliver approximately 1,000 new dwellings within the Plan period, provide at least 5 hectares of employment land, a new railway station, a new primary school, retail and supporting services and other community facilities. See page 188 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan Review for an indictive concept plan. The Vendor supported the proposed allocation throughout the development of the SWDPR, entering into a Statement of Common Ground on 12 February 2025 stating that it will work with the South Worcestershire Councils and the other landowners on delivering the proposed expansion of Rushwick. Any future landowner is expected to comply with the stated objectives of RES and work with the South Worcestershire Councils and third-party landowners.
Description: Extending to a broadly regular and gently undulating area of pastureland, the site of 40 acres is defined by mature hedgerows and intermittent tree belts, creating a strong landscape framework. The western boundary fronts directly onto Hurst Lane, offering clear potential for access, whilst the surrounding context reflects a transition from existing residential development to open countryside. The site occupies a highly sustainable edge-of-settlement position, adjoining established residential areas to the west and south. Importantly, the land presents a compelling strategic development opportunity, being well related to the existing built form and demonstrating logical potential for future growth of the settlement. The site may be suitable for promotion through the emerging Local Plan process, including Call for Sites and site allocation, either independently or as part of a wider strategic landholding. Given ongoing housing land supply pressures within the district and the site's strong locational attributes, the land is considered to have good prospects for residential-led development in the medium to long term, subject to the necessary planning consents. Location: The land is situated to the east of Hurst Lane on the northern edge of Fernhill Heath, an attractive and well-served village located approximately 3 miles north of Worcester city centre. The site benefits from a highly accessible position, combining a semi-rural setting with proximity to...


