How long do planning decisions take near Birdlip?

The average planning decision time near Birdlip is 89 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 Birdlip?

The planning approval rate near Birdlip is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Birdlip?

The most common type of planning application near Birdlip is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Birdlip?

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Birdlip, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Birdlip, Gloucestershire.

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About Birdlip

Birdlip is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Cotswold district of Gloucestershire, England. Nestled within the stunning Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it lies just 6 miles south of Cheltenham and 8 miles southeast of Gloucester, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications amid its scenic landscape.

District: Cowley

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £282,340 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Gloucester
Parliamentary constituency: Gloucester
LSOA: Gloucester 010B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Birdlip.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Birdlip based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Birdlip.

- Land To The West Of The Cricket Club Birdlip Gloucestershire
Permission in Principle application for a phased development of up to 5no. self-build dwellings
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2025-11-12
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- Beverley Cottage Birdlip Gloucester Gloucestershire GL4 8JH
Copper beech tree. Reduce to previous pruning points. Approx (7years growth)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2023-11-01
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- 3 Ermin Drive Birdlip Gloucester Gloucestershire GL4 8BP
Erection of a single-storey timber outbuilding (retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2023-04-25
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A brief summary of Birdlip in Gloucestershire

Property prices in Birdlip show an average sale price of £282,340, 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 Birdlip a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Birdlip includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cotswold Commons and Beechwoods SSSI, Crickley Hill and Barrow Wake SSSI, Knap House Quarry, Birdlip SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Cotswold Beechwoods. 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 Birdlip

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Birdlip. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 89 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 Birdlip.

The average decision period of 89 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Birdlip were outline applications (1).

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