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Planning in Brockhollands

Approved
93%
14 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Brockhollands

Brockhollands is a small hamlet nestled in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, situated between the village of Bream and the town of Lydney. Comprising around 30 houses, this quiet area is characterized by its local sheep farm and remains largely unnoticed by tourists, although it serves as a passage for those traveling to Bream. Its limited development and rural charm may present unique opportunities for planning applications in the region.

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

The area around Brockhollands has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Brockhollands 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 Brockhollands, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Brockhollands. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (2), listed building and heritage (1).

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 Brockhollands?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Brockhollands. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Brockhollands?
The average planning decision time near Brockhollands is 70 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 Brockhollands?
The planning approval rate near Brockhollands is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Brockhollands?
The most common type of planning application near Brockhollands is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Brockhollands?
You can search and track planning applications near Brockhollands on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.