How long do planning decisions take near Abbeydale?

The average planning decision time near Abbeydale is 19 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Abbeydale?

The planning approval rate near Abbeydale is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Abbeydale?

The most common type of planning application near Abbeydale is telecoms, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Abbeydale?

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Abbeydale, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Abbeydale, Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Abbeydale are administered by Gloucester City Council. View the full Gloucester City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Abbeydale

Abbeydale and Abbeymead are contemporary suburbs located about 3 miles southeast of Gloucester city centre in Gloucestershire. Bordered by Coney Hill, Barnwood, Hucclecote, and Matson, these areas are well-connected by segregated bicycle paths along Metz Way and provide easy access to the M5 motorway. The nearby village of Upton St Leonards lies just across the motorway, making it a strategic location for planning applications and developments within the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £327,822 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Gloucester
Parliamentary constituency: Gloucester
LSOA: Gloucester 006A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-04.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Abbeydale.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Abbeydale.

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 Abbeydale based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

13 planning applications found near Abbeydale.

26/00579/FUL · Received: Tue 30 Jun 2026 · Validated: Wed 08 Jul 2026 - 1 Centurion Close Gloucester GL4 5EG
Rear single storey infill extension and loft conversion
Status: Undecided | Council: Gloucester | Date: 2026-07-08
26/00581/FUL · Received: Tue 30 Jun 2026 · Validated: Tue 30 Jun 2026 - 10 Sudgrove Park Gloucester GL4 4XS
Construction of a two-storey ancillary residential annex attached to the existing dwellinghouse in lieu of the previously approved two-storey dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Council: Gloucester | Date: 2026-06-30
26/00538/FUL · Received: Thu 18 Jun 2026 · Validated: Fri 19 Jun 2026 - 40 Roman Road Gloucester GL4 5HR
Proposed two storey side and rear extension to 40 Roman Road including workshop to garage
Status: Undecided | Council: Gloucester | Date: 2026-06-19
26/00450/TPO · Received: Fri 22 May 2026 · Validated: Mon 01 Jun 2026 - 62 Bay Tree Road Gloucester GL4 5WD
T1 Oak: Reduce by 2.5-3M approx and shape sides to balance. Removal of deadwood throughout. The tree is very close to the house and is in need of some attention to maintain its longevity.
Status: Undecided | Council: Gloucester | Date: 2026-06-01
26/00407/LAW · Received: Fri 08 May 2026 · Validated: Tue 12 May 2026 - 16 James Grieve Road Gloucester GL4 5GZ
Proposed garage conversion, sun tunnel and enclosure of front porch.
Status: Undecided | Council: Gloucester | Date: 2026-05-12
- 16 James Grieve Road Gloucester GL4 5GZ
Proposed garage conversion, sun tunnel and enclosure of front porch.
Status: Permitted | Council: Gloucester | Date: 2026-05-08
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- 5 Fosse Close Gloucester GL4 5EF
Single storey rear extension
Council: Gloucester | Date: 2026-03-18
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- 1 Mickle Mead Gloucester GL4 5TD
Retrospective application for partial conversion of residential double garage to chiropractic treatment room and reception room for use as chiropractic practice and replacement of 1no. garage door to
Type: Amendment | Council: Gloucester | Date: 2026-02-09
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- 24 Baptist Close Gloucester GL4 5GD
Demolition of existing conservatory and erection of a single storey extension to the same footprint of previous conservatory.
Status: Permitted | Council: Gloucester | Date: 2026-01-30
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- 14 Daffodil Close Gloucester GL4 4AF
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Council: Gloucester | Date: 2026-01-23
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- 23 Palmer Avenue Gloucester GL4 5BH
Single storey rear extension and garage conversion
Status: Permitted | Council: Gloucester | Date: 2025-03-04
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- 2 Farmington Close Gloucester GL4 4XA
Non material amendments to planning permission to 23/00636/FUL (Switch the front door and window positions on the front elevation and slightly increase width and depth of proposed single storey extens
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Gloucester | Date: 2024-02-21
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- Abbeymead Primary School Mead Road Gloucester Gloucestershire GL4 5YS
Extension of hard standing area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Gloucestershire | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Abbeydale in Gloucestershire

Property prices in Abbeydale show an average sale price of £327,822, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Abbeydale a particularly low-crime area.

Abbeydale has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hucclecote Green. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Abbeydale includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hucclecote Meadows SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. 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 Abbeydale

In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Abbeydale. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 19 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Abbeydale may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 19 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Abbeydale were telecoms (4), tree works (3), discharge of conditions (2).

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.

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