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Planning in Catbrain

Approved
94%
63 of 66 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Catbrain in the last 24 months, from South Gloucestershire Council's planning register.

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Around Catbrain

Postcode districts

BS10 168 applications in the last 12 monthsBS34 220 applications in the last 12 monthsBS35 282 applications in the last 12 monthsBS16 541 applications in the last 12 monthsBS30 262 applications in the last 12 monthsBS9 452 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Gloucestershire Council

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About Catbrain

Catbrain, a quaint village in South Gloucestershire, forms part of the suburban North Fringe of Bristol and is situated close to Cribbs Causeway, an area known for its numerous car dealerships. Recent developments include a newly constructed housing estate, with additional projects in progress as of 2022, indicating a growing interest in the area's residential potential. The village is also located near the site of the former Bristol Filton Airport runway, adding historical context to its evolving landscape.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Catbrain 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 Catbrain, 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, 98 planning applications were submitted near Catbrain. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (30), full planning applications (26), amendments (12). 22 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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 Catbrain?
In the last 24 months, 98 planning applications were submitted near Catbrain. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Catbrain?
The average planning decision time near Catbrain is 65 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 Catbrain?
The planning approval rate near Catbrain is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Catbrain?
The most common type of planning application near Catbrain is discharge of conditions, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Catbrain?
You can search and track planning applications near Catbrain on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.