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Planning in Longlevens

Approved
84%
51 of 60 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Longlevens in the last 24 months, from Gloucester City Council's planning register.

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Around Longlevens

Postcode districts

GL2 346 applications in the last 12 monthsGL3 141 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Gloucester City Council

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About Longlevens

Longlevens is a suburb of Gloucester, Gloucestershire, that evolved from a farmstead in the twentieth century. The name, possibly derived from the Roman Colonia Glevensis or an old field name meaning "long elevens," highlights its agricultural roots, with historical records dating back to 1750 as part of Gloucester Cathedral's estate. The area features 'The Avenue,' an old road lined with cottages built in the 1850s for agricultural workers, and had a population of 9,532 as of the 2011 Census, making it an important location for planning applications and community development in Gloucester.

Property prices in Longlevens show an average sale price of £276,339, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Longlevens 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 Longlevens a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Longlevens has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Longlevens 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 Longlevens, 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, 96 planning applications were submitted near Longlevens. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were outline applications (5), telecoms (5), full planning applications (4).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Longlevens?
In the last 24 months, 96 planning applications were submitted near Longlevens. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Longlevens?
The average planning decision time near Longlevens is 50 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 Longlevens?
The planning approval rate near Longlevens is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Longlevens?
The most common type of planning application near Longlevens is outline applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Longlevens?
You can search and track planning applications near Longlevens on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.