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Planning in Compton Greenfield

Approved
94%
17 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Compton Greenfield

Postcode districts

BS10 168 applications in the last 12 monthsBS35 282 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 Compton Greenfield

Compton Greenfield, a quaint hamlet located southwest of Easter Compton in South Gloucestershire, features a mix of farms and dispersed residences. The notable All Saints parish church, a Grade II* listed building, showcases a Norman arch in its porch and was predominantly reconstructed in the Neo-Norman style in 1852. The churchyard serves as the final resting place for prominent figures such as Sir George White, founder of the Bristol Aeroplane Company, and Sir John Francis Davis, the second Governor of Hong Kong, making it a site of historical significance.

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

The area around Compton Greenfield has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Compton Greenfield 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 Compton Greenfield, 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, 29 planning applications were submitted near Compton Greenfield. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (14), full planning applications (6), amendments (4). 12 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 Compton Greenfield?
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Compton Greenfield. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Compton Greenfield?
The average planning decision time near Compton Greenfield is 62 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 Compton Greenfield?
The planning approval rate near Compton Greenfield is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Compton Greenfield?
The most common type of planning application near Compton Greenfield is discharge of conditions, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Compton Greenfield?
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