How long do planning decisions take near Lower Tuffley?

The average planning decision time near Lower Tuffley is 4 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 Tuffley?

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

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

The most common type of planning application near Lower Tuffley is telecoms, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lower Tuffley?

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Lower Tuffley, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Tuffley, Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Lower Tuffley are administered by Gloucester City Council. View the full Gloucester City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Lower Tuffley

Lower Tuffley is a suburb located in the city of Gloucester, Gloucestershire. This unparished area lies in close proximity to Robinswood Hill, making it an appealing location for potential planning applications and developments within the city.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £282,340 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Gloucester
Parliamentary constituency: Gloucester
LSOA: Gloucester 012A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lower Tuffley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Tuffley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Lower Tuffley.

- 35 Randwick Road Gloucester GL4 0NH
Single storey rear extension and associated internal alterations (5 x 3 x 2.35)
Type: Outline | Council: Gloucester | Date: 2026-02-26
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- 7 Gainsborough Drive Gloucester GL4 0QR
Loft conversion and construction of flat roof dormer
Council: Gloucester | Date: 2026-02-24
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A brief summary of Lower Tuffley in Gloucestershire

Property prices in Lower Tuffley show an average sale price of £282,340, 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 Tuffley a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Lower Tuffley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Robin's Wood Hill Quarry SSSI. 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 Tuffley

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Lower Tuffley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 4 days.

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

The average decision time of 4 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 Tuffley were telecoms (5), outline applications (2).

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