How long do planning decisions take near Gadfield Elm?

The average planning decision time near Gadfield Elm is 46 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 Gadfield Elm?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Gadfield Elm?

The most common type of planning application near Gadfield Elm is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Gadfield Elm, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gadfield Elm, Worcestershire.

Worcestershire · England · settlement

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

About Gadfield Elm

Gadfield Elm, located near the village of Pendock in Worcestershire, is home to the oldest surviving chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This historic site may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area, as it represents an important cultural and architectural landmark.

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Area Information

Admin district: Forest of Dean
Parliamentary constituency: Forest of Dean
LSOA: Forest of Dean 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gadfield Elm.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gadfield Elm based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Gadfield Elm.

- Dobbshill Farm Staunton Gloucester GL19 3PD
Discharge of condition 2 (Contamination) of planning permission M/25/01160/GPDQ.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2026-03-06
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- Dobbshill Farm Staunton Gloucester GL19 3PD
Notification for Prior Approval for the proposed change of use of an Agricultural Building to 3no. Dwellinghouses (Class C3), and for building operations reasonably necessary for the conversion.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2025-07-23
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- New Barn Farm Gadfield Elm Staunton Gloucester GL19 3PE
Demolition of existing conservatory and porch and the construction of a single storey rear extension with balcony above, a replacement porch, air source heat pump, a car port and a garden room (retros
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2025-07-21
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- Dobbshill Farm Staunton Gloucester GL19 3PD
Application for a proposed animal feed barn and track
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2022-06-10
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- Dobbshill Farm Staunton Gloucester GL19 3PD
Application for a proposed animal feed barn and track
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Other | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2022-01-07
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- Pillows Barn , Staunton, Gloucester, GL19 3PD
Proposed car port and gymnasium/home office to replace former outbuilding
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2009-01-15
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- Pillows Barn , Staunton, Gloucester, GL19 3PD
Retrospective application for general purpose barn
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2006-08-25
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- Pillows Barn , Staunton, Gloucester, GL19 3PD
Conversion of redundant agricultural buildings to residential
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Malvern Hills | Date: 2000-04-14
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A brief summary of Gadfield Elm in Worcestershire

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

Gadfield Elm has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Staunton and Corse, No data available for publication by HE, Lowbands. 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 Gadfield Elm includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Gadfield Elm

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Gadfield Elm. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

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

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Gadfield Elm were tree works (2), full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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