How long do planning decisions take near Moorend (GL4)?

The average planning decision time near Moorend (GL4) is 20 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 Moorend (GL4)?

The planning approval rate near Moorend (GL4) is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Moorend (GL4)?

The most common type of planning application near Moorend (GL4) is other, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Moorend (GL4)?

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Moorend (GL4), Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Moorend (GL4), Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Moorend (GL4) are administered by Gloucester City Council. View the full Gloucester City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Moorend (GL4)

Moorend is a village located in the Stockport district of Greater Manchester, England. Nestled between Marple Bridge and New Mills in Derbyshire, it is an area of interest for those researching planning applications due to its unique position and local development potential.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £276,339 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Gloucester
Parliamentary constituency: Gloucester
LSOA: Gloucester 011F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Moorend (GL4).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Moorend (GL4).

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 Moorend (GL4) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Moorend (GL4).

- Portway Farm Portway Upton St Leonards Gloucester Gloucestershire GL4 8DP
Erection of an agricultural building.
Status: Rejected | Type: Other | Council: Stroud | Date: 2026-01-05
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A brief summary of Moorend (GL4) in Gloucestershire

Property prices in Moorend (GL4) show an average sale price of £276,339, 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 Moorend (GL4) a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Moorend (GL4) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cotswold Commons and Beechwoods SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Cotswold Beechwoods. 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 Moorend (GL4)

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Moorend (GL4). Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 20 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Moorend (GL4).

The average decision time of 20 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Moorend (GL4) were other applications (2), outline applications (1).

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