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Planning in Milkwall

Approved
100%
17 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Milkwall in the last 24 months, from Forest of Dean District Council's planning register.

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About Milkwall

Milkwall is a quaint village situated in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, positioned between the village of Sling to the south and the town of Coleford to the north. It is located south of Station Road, within the parish of West Dean, while the nearby area of Tufthorn lies to the north in the parish of Coleford, making it a notable location for those exploring planning applications in the region. It sits within the Forest of Dean district.

Property prices in Milkwall show an average sale price of £287,927, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Milkwall 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 Milkwall a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Milkwall has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Milkwall, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Milkwall. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), outline applications (2), other applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Milkwall?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Milkwall. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Milkwall?
The average planning decision time near Milkwall is 66 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 Milkwall?
The planning approval rate near Milkwall is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Milkwall?
The most common type of planning application near Milkwall is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Milkwall?
You can search and track planning applications near Milkwall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.