Property details
Residential Development Opportunity in the Worcestershire Countryside Middle Littleton | Planning Approved for three Detached Dwellings.An exciting opportunity to acquire a prime freehold development site extending to approximately 0.9 acres of level pasture land, beautifully positioned in the highly desirable rural hamlet of Middle Littleton, near Evesham.
Planning permission has been granted under reference W/24/00608/FUL for the construction of three substantial detached bungalows, each individually designed to offer generous living space and thoughtfully arranged layouts that reflect and enhance the surrounding village setting.
The approved scheme includes three high-quality home types:
Plot 1: 82 sqm GF GIA + 30 sqm FF GIA= 112 sqm total
Plot 2: 138 sqm GIA + 33 sqm garage = 171 sqm total
Plot 3: 257 sqm GIA + 33 sqm garage = 290 sqm total
This low-density development is ideally suited to small-scale developers or bespoke housebuilders seeking to create an attractive, high-quality residential enclave in a sought-after countryside location.
Middle Littleton combines rural charm with excellent connectivity. The nearby market town of Evesham provides a full range of local amenities, along with direct rail links to Worcester, Oxford, and London Paddington. Road connections are also strong, with the A46 providing easy access to the M5 and M40 motorway corridors. Birmingham Airport is reachable in under an hour, making this both a tranquil and well-connected place to live.
For further details or to arrange a site inspection, please contact the Sheldon Bosley Knight Land & New Homes team.
Important Notice:
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Planning Permission
Application Number: W/24/00608/FUL
Council: Wychavon
Location Address: Land Off Top Croft Row Middle Littleton
Proposal - Erection of 3 dwellinghouses, diversion of public footpath and associated development.
Status: Approved
Application Type: Full planning permission
Decision Date: 16/06/2025
Location
Middle Littleton is a picturesque Worcestershire village nestled within the civil parish of North and Middle Littleton, just four miles northeast of Evesham. Surrounded by the rolling countryside of the Vale of Evesham and bordered by the River Avon to the west, the village offers a quintessential rural setting.
Traditional stone-built cottages, historic manor houses, and farmland define the village’s rural charm, while a strong sense of community is supported by a local village hall and recreational amenities including Littleton FC, the nearby football club.
Despite its peaceful setting, Middle Littleton is well-connected. The nearby town of Evesham provides a wide range of amenities and rail services, with regular direct trains to Worcester, Oxford, and London Paddington. The village is conveniently located for road travel, with the A46 offering routes toward the M5, M40, and wider Midlands motorway network. Birmingham Airport is just under an hour's drive away, making the village highly accessible while maintaining its countryside appeal.
The site specifically overlooks a National Trust building to the west, with the surrounding land protected as it sits in the wider conservation area. The Tithe Barn, is a grade I listed building.
Services
The vendor understands there to be all service connections (water, electricity, mains sewage) in close proximity to this plot.
Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries with the appropriate utility companies for the verification as to the availability, or otherwise, of services.
Rights Of way, Easements and Wayleaves
The land is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights and any other wayleaves or easements. It is for the purchaser to satisfy their enquiries of the routes thereof.
Existing footpaths - 522(C) & 521(B)
Public footpath 522 (C) is proposed to be diverted as per the approved planning permission (W/24/00608/FUL).
CIL & S106
Wychavon District Council: Evesham CIL = charge£40 x GIA x year index .
Affordable Housing Contribution - Means £38,391 payable in accordance with the provisions of Schedule 1 of the S106
Covenant
The land being sold has associated restrictive covenants on it. For more information on these restrictions, please make enquires with Sheldon Bosley Knight Land & New Homes team.
One specific covenant to note is the following - There will be no deviation from approved plans without agreement and written approval from the owner/occupier of Gladstone House.
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