How long do planning decisions take near Dursley?

The average planning decision time near Dursley is 72 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 Dursley?

The planning approval rate near Dursley is 65%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dursley?

The most common type of planning application near Dursley is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dursley?

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Dursley, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dursley, Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Dursley are administered by Stroud District Council. View the full Stroud District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Dursley

Dursley is a market town and civil parish located in the Stroud District of Gloucestershire, England, situated between Bristol and Gloucester. Nestled at the foot of Stinchcombe Hill and approximately 4 miles southeast of the River Severn, Dursley has a population of 7,463 as of the 2021 Census and is adjacent to the village of Cam. This vibrant town offers a range of planning opportunities and considerations for developers and residents alike.

Population: 7,489 (2021)

District: Stroud

Website: http://www.dursleytowncouncil.gov.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £393,665 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Stroud
Parliamentary constituency: Stroud
LSOA: Stroud 009A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dursley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dursley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Dursley.

S.26/0787/MINAM - Hillcote Farfield Cam Dursley Gloucestershire GL11 5HE
Non-material amendment to S.25/1904/HHOLD - installation of two side windows on single storey extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: Stroud | Date: 2026-05-05
- Hillcote Farfield Cam Dursley Gloucestershire GL11 5HE
Erection of a single storey rear extension & balcony.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stroud | Date: 2025-10-03
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A brief summary of Dursley in Gloucestershire

Property prices in Dursley show an average sale price of £393,665, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Dursley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Woodmancote, Dursley. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Dursley includes 8 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dursley planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.dursleytowncouncil.gov.uk/. 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.

Planning Activity in Dursley

In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Dursley. Of these, 65% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Dursley.

The average decision period of 72 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Dursley were full planning applications (22), listed building and heritage (7), tree works (3). Full planning applications account for 42% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 11 medium-scale applications, 30 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.

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