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Planning in Blockley

Approved
95%
21 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Blockley

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About Blockley

Blockley is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Cotswold district of Gloucestershire, England, approximately 3 miles northwest of Moreton-in-Marsh. Historically, it was an exclave of Worcestershire until 1931, making it an area of interest for planning applications due to its unique heritage and landscape. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,960 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cotswold district.

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

The area around Blockley has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Blockley 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 Blockley, 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, 40 planning applications were submitted near Blockley. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), listed building and heritage (3), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Blockley?
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Blockley. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Blockley?
The average planning decision time near Blockley 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 Blockley?
The planning approval rate near Blockley is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Blockley?
The most common type of planning application near Blockley is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Blockley?
You can search and track planning applications near Blockley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.