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Planning in Harrow Hill

Approved
85%
11 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Harrow Hill

Postcode districts

GL17 101 applications in the last 12 monthsGL14 135 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Forest of Dean District Council

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About Harrow Hill

Harrow Hill is a village located in the scenic Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire, England, and is adjacent to the larger village of Drybrook. Formerly known as Harry Hill, the village's history and charming surroundings make it a notable area for potential planning applications and developments. It sits within the Drybrook district.

Property prices in Harrow Hill show an average sale price of £316,690, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Harrow Hill 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 (May 2026). This makes Harrow Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Harrow Hill has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Harrow Hill 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Harrow Hill, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Harrow Hill. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), outline applications (1), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Harrow Hill?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Harrow Hill. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Harrow Hill?
The average planning decision time near Harrow Hill is 73 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 Harrow Hill?
The planning approval rate near Harrow Hill is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Harrow Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Harrow Hill is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Harrow Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Harrow Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.