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House prices in Gloucester City Council: average £240,718, +4.9% over 12 months (UK House Price Index, July 2026)

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Gloucester City Council received?
Gloucester City Council received 918 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 81%.
How long does Gloucester City Council take to decide applications?
Gloucester City Council takes an average of 50 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate for Gloucester City Council?
Gloucester City Council approves 81% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in Gloucester City Council?
Submit your representation to Gloucester City Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Gloucester City Council planning portal.
Can I appeal a Gloucester City Council planning decision?
Yes. If Gloucester City Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 1,053 appeals were lodged against Gloucester City Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 31% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Gloucester City Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Gloucester City Council Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Gloucester City Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

Gloucester City Council serves as the local authority for Gloucester, a historic city in Gloucestershire, England. With roots tracing back to medieval times, the council has undergone various reforms and, since 1974, has operated as a non-metropolitan district while retaining its city status. This local authority plays a key role in managing planning applications and development within the city. The council is currently led by Jeremy Hilton (Liberal Democrat), who has held the position since 20 May 2024.

The council area encompasses 40 towns and villages, including Gloucester. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Gloucester City Council received 918 planning applications. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (83), tree works (51), telecoms (35). 11 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1,053 planning appeals were lodged against Gloucester City Council decisions, of which 264 were allowed and 589 were dismissed (31% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Gloucester City Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Gloucester City Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.