How long do planning decisions take near Marsh Lane?

The average planning decision time near Marsh Lane is 56 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 Marsh Lane?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Marsh Lane?

The most common type of planning application near Marsh Lane is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Marsh Lane?

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Marsh Lane, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Marsh Lane, Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Marsh Lane are administered by Forest Of Dean District Council. View the full Forest Of Dean District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £287,927 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Forest of Dean
Parliamentary constituency: Forest of Dean
LSOA: Forest of Dean 007B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Marsh Lane.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Marsh Lane.

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 Marsh Lane based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Marsh Lane.

- Boughspring Clays Road Sling Coleford Gloucestershire GL16 8LJ
Erection of a front boundary wall to existing dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-04-09
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- Marsh Hill House Marsh Way Sling Coleford Gloucestershire GL16 8JN
Erection of a two-storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-03-03
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- 2 Meadow Walk Sling Coleford Gloucestershire GL16 8LR
Installation of replacement uPVC windows to dormer (Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2025-12-12
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- Jasmine Cottage Marsh Lane Ellwood Coleford Gloucestershire GL16 7NA
Non-material amendment to planning permission P0517/08/FUL to have the existing extant planning permission changed to have the list of plans attached to the permission added as a Condition to enable a
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2025-09-01
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- The Bungalow Parkend Walk Sling Coleford Gloucestershire GL16 8JJ
Creation of off-road vehicular parking including the lowering of dropped kerbs and demolition of part of the existing front boundary wall with associated works. (Part-retrospective).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2025-02-03
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A brief summary of Marsh Lane in Gloucestershire

Marsh Lane is a settlement located in Gloucestershire, England.

Property prices in Marsh Lane show an average sale price of £287,927, 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 Marsh Lane a particularly low-crime area.

Marsh Lane has one conservation area within its boundaries: Clearwell. 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 Marsh Lane includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Old Bow and Old Ham Mines SSSI, Tudor Farm Bank SSSI; 16 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Wye Valley & Forest of Dean Bat Sites. 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, Marsh Lane 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 Marsh Lane

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Marsh Lane. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

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

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Marsh Lane were full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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