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Planning in Charfield

Approved
83%
39 of 45 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Charfield

Charfield is a village and civil parish located in South Gloucestershire, England, positioned southwest of Wotton-under-Edge along the Little Avon River. It encompasses the hamlet of Churchend and is in proximity to the nearby villages of Falfield and Cromhall, making it a key area for potential planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,981 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Gloucestershire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Charfield 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 Charfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Charfield 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 Charfield, 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, 63 planning applications were submitted near Charfield. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), discharge of conditions (16), amendments (12).

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 Charfield?
In the last 24 months, 63 planning applications were submitted near Charfield. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Charfield?
The average planning decision time near Charfield is 68 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 Charfield?
The planning approval rate near Charfield is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Charfield?
The most common type of planning application near Charfield is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Charfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Charfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.