How long do planning decisions take near Bulley?

The average planning decision time near Bulley is 43 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 Bulley?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bulley?

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

How can I track planning applications near Bulley?

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Bulley, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bulley, Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bulley are administered by Cheltenham Borough Council. View the full Cheltenham Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bulley

Bulley is a quaint village located in the Forest of Dean district of Gloucestershire, approximately 7 miles west of Gloucester and 1 mile north of Churcham. Once a civil parish, it is now part of the parish of Churcham, and had a population of 134 as recorded in 1931. This tranquil setting may appeal to those researching planning applications due to its rural character and proximity to larger urban areas.

District: Churcham

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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: Tewkesbury
LSOA: Gloucester 001B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bulley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bulley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Bulley in Gloucestershire

Property prices in Bulley 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 Bulley a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Bulley includes 10 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 Bulley

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Bulley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

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

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bulley were tree works (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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