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Planning in Downend (GL6)

Approved
61%
19 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Downend (GL6) in the last 24 months, from Stroud District Council's planning register.

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About Downend (GL6)

Downend is a thriving residential suburb in Greater Bristol, located in the South Gloucestershire district. Characterized by its Victorian terraced homes and semi-detached and detached houses from the 1930s and 1950s, Downend lies to the northeast of Bristol, adjacent to Fishponds, Staple Hill, Frenchay, Mangotsfield, and Emersons Green. Recognized for its appeal, The Sunday Times highlighted Downend as one of the UK's best suburbs in January 2020, making it a noteworthy area for potential planning applications.

The area around Downend has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Downend 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 Downend, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Downend. Of these, 61% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Downend (GL6)?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Downend (GL6). The approval rate is 61%.
How long do planning decisions take near Downend (GL6)?
The average planning decision time near Downend (GL6) is 59 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 Downend (GL6)?
The planning approval rate near Downend (GL6) is 61%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Downend (GL6)?
The most common type of planning application near Downend (GL6) is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Downend (GL6)?
You can search and track planning applications near Downend (GL6) on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.