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Planning in Longborough

Approved
88%
14 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Longborough in the last 24 months, from Cotswold District Council's planning register.

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About Longborough

Longborough is a quaint village and civil parish located 2.5 miles north of Stow on the Wold in Gloucestershire. With a population of 471 as recorded in the 2011 census, it offers a small, tightly-knit community, making it a noteworthy area for potential planning applications and local development projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 489 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cotswold district.

Property prices in Longborough show an average sale price of £457,129, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Longborough 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 Longborough a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Longborough has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Longborough 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 Longborough, 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, 26 planning applications were submitted near Longborough. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

The most common types were tree works (5), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Longborough?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Longborough. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Longborough?
The average planning decision time near Longborough is 37 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 Longborough?
The planning approval rate near Longborough is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Longborough?
The most common type of planning application near Longborough is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Longborough?
You can search and track planning applications near Longborough on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.