How long do planning decisions take near Andoversford?

The average planning decision time near Andoversford is 37 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 Andoversford?

The planning approval rate near Andoversford is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Andoversford?

The most common type of planning application near Andoversford is amendment applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Andoversford?

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Andoversford, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Andoversford, Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Andoversford are administered by Cotswold District Council. View the full Cotswold District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Andoversford

Andoversford is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Cotswold District of Gloucestershire, approximately 5 miles east of Cheltenham. Nestled alongside the River Coln and parallel to the A40, the village had a population of 684 in 2024, reflecting its growth since the 2011 Census, which recorded 555 residents. This charming locality may be of interest to those researching planning applications due to its developing community and strategic location.

Population: 793 (2021)

District: Cotswold

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £352,139 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cotswold
Parliamentary constituency: North Cotswolds
LSOA: Cotswold 003D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-04.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Andoversford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Andoversford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Andoversford.

- Andover Retail Ltd Shipton Oliffe Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL54 4HS
Erection of a D6 Small Format Advertisement Display
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-01-26
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- Sunnybrook House Gloucester Road Andoversford Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL54 4HR
Non-Material Amendment to 24/03918/FUL to allow for cladding on first-floor extension - Erection of first floor extension over existing driveway and a replacement garage
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-01-22
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- 40 Station Road Andoversford Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL54 4LA
Certificate of Lawful Existing Use or Development under Section 191 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 for erection of a carport
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-01-15
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- 46 Templefields Andoversford Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL54 4LF
Erection of single-storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2023-03-17
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A brief summary of Andoversford in Gloucestershire

Property prices in Andoversford show an average sale price of £352,139, 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 Andoversford a particularly low-crime area.

Andoversford has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Sevenhampton, Shipton, Whittington. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Andoversford includes 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 Andoversford

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Andoversford. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Andoversford.

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Andoversford were amendments (2), full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were 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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