How long do planning decisions take near Baker's Hill?

The average planning decision time near Baker's Hill is 70 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 Baker's Hill?

The planning approval rate near Baker's Hill is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Baker's Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Baker's Hill is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Baker's Hill?

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Baker's Hill, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Baker's Hill, Gloucestershire.

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About Baker's Hill

Coleford is a vibrant market town located in the west of the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, just two miles east of the Welsh border and near the scenic Wye Valley. As the administrative centre of the Forest of Dean district, it had a population of 9,273 according to the 2021 Census, which includes the village of Baker's Hill. This growing community presents various planning opportunities and developments, making it a focal point for those interested in local planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £311,311 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Forest of Dean
Parliamentary constituency: Forest of Dean
LSOA: Forest of Dean 007E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Baker's Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Baker's Hill.

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 Baker's Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Baker's Hill.

- Land At Folly Farm Mile End Road Coleford GL16 7QD
Installation of 1 new pole structure with 0 stays on the pole.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-05-07
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- Land Adjacent To Poolway Farm Gloucester Road Coleford Gloucestershire
Discharge of Condition 4 (CMP) relating to planning permission P0372/24/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-04-17
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- Land Adjacent To Poolway Farm Gloucester Road Coleford Gloucestershire
Discharge of Condition 12 (drainage) of Planning Permission P0372/24/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-03-30
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- Land Adjacent To Poolway Farm Gloucester Road Coleford Gloucestershire
Discharge of condition 10 (external lighting) of planning permission P0372/24/FUL.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-03-27
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- Land Adjacent To Poolway Farm Gloucester Road Coleford Gloucestershire
Discharge of condition 08 (hard and soft landscaping) of planning permission P0372/24/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-03-18
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- Land Adjacent To Poolway Farm Gloucester Road Coleford Gloucestershire
Discharge of condition 06 (Construction Environmental Management Plan - Biodiversity) of planning permission P0372/24/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-02-13
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- The Longstone Machen Road Broadwell Coleford Gloucestershire GL16 7BU
Erection of detached garden room with associated works. Demolition of existing garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-02-09
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A brief summary of Baker's Hill in Gloucestershire

Property prices in Baker's Hill show an average sale price of £311,311, 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 Baker's Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Baker's Hill has one conservation area within its boundaries: Coleford. 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 Baker's Hill includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Baker's Hill

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Baker's Hill. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Baker's Hill.

At 70 days on average, decisions near Baker's Hill slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Baker's Hill were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (6), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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