How long do planning decisions take near Dunkirk?

The average planning decision time near Dunkirk is 48 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 Dunkirk?

The planning approval rate near Dunkirk is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dunkirk?

The most common type of planning application near Dunkirk is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dunkirk?

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Dunkirk, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dunkirk, Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Dunkirk are administered by Cheltenham Borough Council. View the full Cheltenham Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Dunkirk

Dunkirk is a small hamlet located in the northern part of South Gloucestershire, close to the Gloucestershire border within the parish of Hawkesbury. It sits at a significant T-junction where the A46 intersects with the A433, making it a notable point for transport and potential planning applications in the area.

District: Hawkesbury

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Area Information

Admin district: South Gloucestershire
Parliamentary constituency: Thornbury and Yate
LSOA: South Gloucestershire 024F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dunkirk.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Dunkirk.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Dunkirk based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Dunkirk.

- The Coppers France Lane Hawkesbury Upton South Gloucestershire GL9 1AJ
Variation of condition 2 attached to permission P25/02564/HH to allow render to be used on the extension. Erection of single storey front extension to existing garage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-02-04
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- Bunthorns Park Street Hawkesbury Upton South Gloucestershire GL9 1BA
Works to 2no. Sycamores by Crown lift to 5m and reduce lateral spread by 2m covered by TPO 414 dated 7th December 1989 and situated in the Hawkesbury Upton Conservation Area.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2024-02-21
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- Park Cottages Park Street Hawkesbury Upton Badminton South Gloucestershire GL9 1BA
Discharge of conditions 5 (Stonework), 6 (Landscaping) and 7 (Parking Provision) attached to planning permission P20/16240/F. Erection of 1no dwelling with access and associated works.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2023-09-08
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- France Lane Farm France Lane Hawkesbury Upton South Gloucestershire
Change of use from Farm shop (Class Ea) to residential dwelling (Class C3) as defined in the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 (as amended).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2023-03-30
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A brief summary of Dunkirk in Gloucestershire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Dunkirk a particularly low-crime area.

Dunkirk has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hawkesbury. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Dunkirk includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bodkin Hazel Wood SSSI, Upton Coombe SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Dunkirk

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Dunkirk. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Dunkirk may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Dunkirk were tree works (6), full planning applications (5), amendments (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.

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