How long do planning decisions take near Lower Chedworth?

The average planning decision time near Lower Chedworth is 30 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 Lower Chedworth?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Chedworth?

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

How can I track planning applications near Lower Chedworth?

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Lower Chedworth, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Chedworth, Gloucestershire.

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Area Information

Admin district: Tewkesbury
Parliamentary constituency: Tewkesbury
LSOA: Tewkesbury 003E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lower Chedworth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lower Chedworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Lower Chedworth.

- Pipers Fields Road Chedworth Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL54 4NQ
Compliance with condition 3 (materials walls extension) of permission 24/03659/FUL - Erection of two storey front extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2025-06-25
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- York House Lower Chedworth Chedworth Gloucestershire
Erection of replacement extension, enclosed walled garden terrace and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2023-04-25
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A brief summary of Lower Chedworth in Gloucestershire

Lower Chedworth is a settlement located in Gloucestershire, England.

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

Lower Chedworth has one conservation area within its boundaries: Chedworth. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Lower Chedworth includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Stony Furlong Railway Cutting SSSI, Foss Cross Quarry 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.

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Planning Activity in Lower Chedworth

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Lower Chedworth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 30 days.

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

The average decision time of 30 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lower Chedworth were tree works (2), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (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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