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Planning in Cainscross

Approved
79%
64 of 73 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Cainscross

Postcode districts

GL5 380 applications in the last 12 monthsGL6 533 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Stroud District Council

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About Cainscross

Cainscross, a suburban town and civil parish in Gloucestershire, is adjacent to Stroud and forms part of the Stroud urban area. The parish encompasses the communities of Ebley, Cashes Green, and Cainscross, along with a section of Dudbridge, making it an integral part of the local planning landscape. The settlement has a population of approximately 7,136 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Stroud district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Cainscross area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Cainscross has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cainscross 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 Cainscross, 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, 89 planning applications were submitted near Cainscross. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), discharge of conditions (7), tree works (6).

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 Cainscross?
In the last 24 months, 89 planning applications were submitted near Cainscross. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cainscross?
The average planning decision time near Cainscross is 64 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 Cainscross?
The planning approval rate near Cainscross is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cainscross?
The most common type of planning application near Cainscross is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cainscross?
You can search and track planning applications near Cainscross on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.