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Planning in Bencombe

Approved
95%
35 of 37 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bencombe in the last 24 months, from Stroud District Council's planning register.

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Around Bencombe

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About Bencombe

Bencombe is a quaint hamlet located in the parish of Uley, Gloucestershire, featuring nine traditional stone cottages and houses. Nestled just southwest of Owlpen, it lies on the picturesque edge of the Cotswolds, making it an appealing area for planning applications related to rural development and heritage conservation. It sits within the Uley district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Bencombe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bencombe has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bencombe planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bencombe, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Bencombe. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were tree works (14), full planning applications (9), listed building and heritage (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bencombe?
In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Bencombe. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bencombe?
The average planning decision time near Bencombe is 45 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 Bencombe?
The planning approval rate near Bencombe is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bencombe?
The most common type of planning application near Bencombe is tree works applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bencombe?
You can search and track planning applications near Bencombe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.