How long do planning decisions take near Bream's Meend?

The average planning decision time near Bream's Meend is 39 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 Bream's Meend?

The planning approval rate near Bream's Meend is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bream's Meend?

The most common type of planning application near Bream's Meend is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bream's Meend?

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Bream's Meend, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bream's Meend, Gloucestershire.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £263,665 (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 010A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bream's Meend.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bream's Meend.

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 Bream's Meend based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Bream's Meend.

- Bream Cross Farm Coleford Road Bream Lydney Gloucestershire GL15 6EU
Lawful development certificate to establish whether the change of use to flexible commercial use as a microbrewery Class E requires planning permission.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2025-12-23
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- Maplestone House Coleford Road Bream Lydney Gloucestershire GL15 6ES
Erection of a two storey extension with associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2025-12-23
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A brief summary of Bream's Meend in Gloucestershire

Bream's Meend is a settlement located in Gloucestershire, England.

Property prices in Bream's Meend show an average sale price of £263,665, 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 Bream's Meend a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Bream's Meend includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Devil's Chapel Scowles SSSI; 19 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Wye Valley & Forest of Dean Bat 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 Bream's Meend

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Bream's Meend. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

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

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bream's Meend were full planning applications (4), outline applications (2), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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