Lower Dowdeswell, Gloucestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lower Dowdeswell, Gloucestershire.
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About Lower Dowdeswell
Lower Dowdeswell is a civil parish located in the Chedworth ward of the Cotswold district in Gloucestershire, England. It comprises two areas, with Upper Dowdeswell situated to the south of Lower Dowdeswell. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 134, making it a small but distinct community within the region, relevant for those exploring planning applications in the area.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £366,775 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Tewkesbury
- Parliamentary constituency: Tewkesbury
- LSOA: Tewkesbury 003C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Lower Dowdeswell.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lower Dowdeswell.
- 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 Dowdeswell based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Lower Dowdeswell.
- - Dowdeswell House Dowdeswell Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL54 4LX
T1: Ash: Remove as in decline. T2: Chestnut: Remove. T3: Cherry: Remove as its in poor health
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2024-05-17
View full details - - The Rookery Upper Dowdeswell Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL54 4LT
Reinstatement of original first floor of dwelling, and wall removal in modern rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2023-08-09
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A brief summary of Lower Dowdeswell in Gloucestershire
Lower Dowdeswell is a civil parish located in the Chedworth ward of the Cotswold district in Gloucestershire, England. It comprises two areas, with Upper Dowdeswell situated to the south of Lower Dowdeswell. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 134, making it a small but distinct community within the region, relevant for those exploring planning applications in the area.
Property prices in Lower Dowdeswell show an average sale price of £366,775, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Lower Dowdeswell a particularly low-crime area.
Lower Dowdeswell has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Dowdeswell, Whittington. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Dowdeswell includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lower Dowdeswell 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.
Planning Activity in Lower Dowdeswell
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Lower Dowdeswell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Lower Dowdeswell may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 52 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 Dowdeswell were listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Upper Dowdeswell planning applications
- Kilkenny planning applications
- Foxcote planning applications
- Whittington planning applications
- Andoversford planning applications
- Syreford planning applications
- Hilcot planning applications
- Shipton Solers planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.