How long do planning decisions take near Kempsford?

The average planning decision time near Kempsford is 38 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 Kempsford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Kempsford?

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

How can I track planning applications near Kempsford?

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Kempsford, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kempsford, Gloucestershire.

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

About Kempsford

Kempsford is a village and civil parish in Gloucestershire, located approximately 2.5 miles south of Fairford, with RAF Fairford situated just to the north. The parish encompasses the hamlets of Whelford, Horcott, and Dunfield, and had a population of around 1,120 according to the 2011 census. This community may be of interest for planning applications due to its proximity to the RAF base and surrounding hamlets.

Population: 1,176 (2021)

District: Cotswold

Website: http://www.kempsfordparishcouncil.net

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Area Information

Admin district: Cotswold
Parliamentary constituency: South Cotswolds
LSOA: Cotswold 005B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kempsford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kempsford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Kempsford in Gloucestershire

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

Kempsford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Kempsford. 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kempsford planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.kempsfordparishcouncil.net. 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 Kempsford

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Kempsford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

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

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Kempsford were tree works (2), full planning applications (1), amendments (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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