How long do planning decisions take near Birdwood?

The average planning decision time near Birdwood is 93 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 Birdwood?

The planning approval rate near Birdwood is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Birdwood?

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

How can I track planning applications near Birdwood?

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Birdwood, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Birdwood, Gloucestershire.

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Area Information

Admin district: Gloucester
Parliamentary constituency: Gloucester
LSOA: Gloucester 015I

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Birdwood.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Birdwood based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Birdwood.

- Sunnyside House Annexe Birdwood Gloucester Gloucestershire GL19 3EH
Erection of a new, single-storey residential building containing four self-contained dwellings with associated landscaping, private outdoor space and nine on-site parking spaces. Demolition of a struc
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2025-10-24
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A brief summary of Birdwood in Gloucestershire

Birdwood is a settlement located in Gloucestershire, England.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Birdwood includes 3 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 Birdwood

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Birdwood. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 93 days.

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

With an average of 93 days, decisions near Birdwood take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Birdwood were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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