How long do planning decisions take near Horsepools?

The average planning decision time near Horsepools is 76 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 Horsepools?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Horsepools?

The most common type of planning application near Horsepools is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Horsepools?

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Horsepools, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Horsepools, Gloucestershire.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £373,334 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Stroud
Parliamentary constituency: North Cotswolds
LSOA: Stroud 002B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Horsepools.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Horsepools based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Horsepools.

- Horsepools Piece Paul Mead Edge Stroud Gloucestershire GL6 6PG
Proposed new garage with room above and new boundary treatments.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stroud | Date: 2026-04-13
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- Horsepools Piece Paul Mead Edge Stroud Gloucestershire GL6 6PG
Erection of a single storey side extension with a terrace above.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stroud | Date: 2026-01-06
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A brief summary of Horsepools in Gloucestershire

Horsepools is a settlement located in Gloucestershire, England.

Property prices in Horsepools show an average sale price of £373,334, 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 Horsepools a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Horsepools includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Edge Common SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 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.

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

Planning Activity in Horsepools

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Horsepools. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

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

The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Horsepools were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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