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Planning activity
395
92% approval
Approval rate
92%
311 of 320 decided
Decision speed
~8 wks
average time to decision

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Planning data sourced from Gloucestershire council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cirencester?
In the last 24 months, 395 planning applications were submitted near Cirencester. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cirencester?
The average planning decision time near Cirencester is 53 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 Cirencester?
The planning approval rate near Cirencester is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cirencester?
The most common type of planning application near Cirencester is tree works applications, with 108 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cirencester?
You can search and track planning applications near Cirencester on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

About Cirencester - Planning Applications & Local Development

Cirencester, located in the Cotswold District of Gloucestershire, is a vibrant market town situated on the banks of the River Churn. As the largest town in the Cotswolds and the eighth largest settlement in the county, it boasts a population of 20,229 as of 2021. Home to the historic Royal Agricultural University, founded in 1840, Cirencester is well-connected, lying 18 miles from both Swindon and Gloucester, and offers a rich landscape for planning applications in a region known for its natural beauty and agricultural significance. The town has a population of approximately 20,185 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cotswold district.

Property prices in Cirencester show an average sale price of £540,029, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Cirencester 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 (May 2026). This makes Cirencester a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Cirencester has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cirencester 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.cirencester.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Cirencester, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.

In the last 24 months, 395 planning applications were submitted near Cirencester. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (108), full planning applications (68), discharge of conditions (67).

9 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 6 were dismissed (14% success rate).