How long do planning decisions take near Five Acres?

The average planning decision time near Five Acres is 40 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 Five Acres?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Five Acres?

The most common type of planning application near Five Acres is discharge of conditions, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Five Acres, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Five Acres, Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Five Acres are administered by Forest Of Dean District Council. View the full Forest Of Dean District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Five Acres

Berry Hill is a village located in Gloucestershire, England, just 1.5 miles north of Coleford. It encompasses several settlements, including Five Acres to the east, Christchurch at its centre, Shortstanding to the north, and Joyford to the north-east. The village falls within the civil parish of West Dean, making it a relevant area for those interested in planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £304,711 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Forest of Dean
Parliamentary constituency: Forest of Dean
LSOA: Forest of Dean 007E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Five Acres.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Five Acres based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Five Acres.

P0524/26/NONMAT - Windyridge Crow Ash Road Berry Hill Coleford Gloucestershire GL16 7RB
Non-material amendment to P0658/25/FUL to allow for the amendment of approved garage door to french doors.
Status: Undecided | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-05-06
- Windyridge Crow Ash Road Berry Hill Coleford Gloucestershire GL16 7RB
Non-material amendment to P0658/25/FUL to allow for the amendment of approved garage door to french doors.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-05-06
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- 4 The Crescent Berry Hill Coleford Gloucestershire GL16 7RF
Erection of a single storey side extension with associated works for the benefit of a disabled person. Demolition of existing side extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-03-24
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- 32 Tudor Walk Berry Hill Coleford Gloucestershire GL16 7AE
Discharge of Condition 9 (CEMP) relating to planning permission P1089/25/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-02-17
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- 30 Grove Road Berry Hill Coleford Gloucestershire GL16 8QL
Application under Section 192 to establish whether planning permission is required for the erection of a rear single storey extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-02-10
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- 21 Forest Patch Berry Hill Coleford Gloucestershire GL16 8RB
Change of use of garden cabin (Use Class C3) to allow the operation of a small-scale beauty salon (Use Class E) within the garden of a residential property
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-02-05
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- Northern Field Between Marian's Walk And Grove Road (Also Known As Land At Grove Road, Berry Hill) Coleford Gloucestershire
Discharge of Condition 6 (Verification Report) relating to planning permission P1341/24/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2025-11-18
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- Sachi Nine Wells Road Berry Hill Coleford Gloucestershire GL16 7AT
Installation of oil tank to front of property for the purposes of domestic heating
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2025-02-03
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- 28 Grove Road Berry Hill Coleford Gloucestershire GL16 8QY
Application under section 192 to establish whether siting of caravan ancillary to main dwelling requires planning permission.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2023-11-22
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A brief summary of Five Acres in Gloucestershire

Property prices in Five Acres show an average sale price of £304,711, 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 Five Acres a particularly low-crime area.

Five Acres has one conservation area within its boundaries: Coleford. 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 Five Acres includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Wye Valley. 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 Five Acres

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Five Acres. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

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

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Five Acres were discharge of conditions (8), amendments (4), full planning applications (3).

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