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Planning in Dymock

Approved
94%
15 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Dymock in the last 24 months, from Forest of Dean District Council's planning register.

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About Dymock

Dymock is a charming village and civil parish located in the Forest of Dean district of Gloucestershire, approximately four miles south of Ledbury. As of 2014, the parish had an estimated population of 1,205, making it a quaint community with potential for local development and planning opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,187 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Forest of Dean district.

Property prices in Dymock show an average sale price of £402,166, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Dymock 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 Dymock a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Dymock has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dymock 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://dymockparishcouncil.org.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Dymock, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Dymock. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were tree works (10), full planning applications (2), outline applications (2). 1 large-scale development was 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 Dymock?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Dymock. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Dymock?
The average planning decision time near Dymock is 55 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 Dymock?
The planning approval rate near Dymock is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dymock?
The most common type of planning application near Dymock is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dymock?
You can search and track planning applications near Dymock on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.