How long do planning decisions take near Great Washbourne?

The average planning decision time near Great Washbourne is 324 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 Great Washbourne?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Great Washbourne?

The most common type of planning application near Great Washbourne is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Great Washbourne?

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Great Washbourne, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Great Washbourne, Gloucestershire.

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

About Great Washbourne

Great Washbourne is a quaint village located in the Dumbleton parish within the Tewkesbury district of Gloucestershire, England. Situated 6 miles east of Tewkesbury and west of Evesham, this historical area had a population of 65 in 1931, making it a small but notable community for those exploring planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £308,540 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Tewkesbury
Parliamentary constituency: Tewkesbury
LSOA: Tewkesbury 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Great Washbourne.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Great Washbourne based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Great Washbourne in Gloucestershire

Property prices in Great Washbourne show an average sale price of £308,540, 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 Great Washbourne a particularly low-crime area.

Great Washbourne has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Beckford, Great Washbourne. 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 Great Washbourne includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Beckford Gravel Pit SSSI; 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 Great Washbourne

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Great Washbourne. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 324 days.

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

With an average of 324 days, decisions near Great Washbourne take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 11-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Great Washbourne were tree works (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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