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Planning in Longwell Green

Approved
87%
76 of 86 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Longwell Green in the last 24 months, from South Gloucestershire Council's planning register.

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Around Longwell Green

Postcode districts

BS30 262 applications in the last 12 monthsBS15 234 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Gloucestershire Council

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About Longwell Green

Longwell Green is a suburban neighbourhood and electoral ward located in South Gloucestershire, England, approximately 4 miles east of Bristol city centre. Named after a medieval well that once existed near the local church, Longwell Green is situated along the A431 Bath Road, north of the River Avon, making it an area of interest for planning applications and development projects within the Bristol Built-up Area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Longwell Green 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 Longwell Green a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Longwell Green has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Longwell Green, 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, 133 planning applications were submitted near Longwell Green. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (75), outline applications (16), discharge of conditions (9).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Longwell Green?
In the last 24 months, 133 planning applications were submitted near Longwell Green. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Longwell Green?
The average planning decision time near Longwell Green is 65 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 Longwell Green?
The planning approval rate near Longwell Green is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Longwell Green?
The most common type of planning application near Longwell Green is full planning applications, with 75 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Longwell Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Longwell Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.