Search Newent planning applications

11 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Newent · updated daily · Forest of Dean District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 11 · received or decided in the last 90 days

13 Akermans Orchard Newent Gloucestershire GL18 1QDAwaiting decisionErection of a detached bungalow with associated works.Received 5 Nov 2026P1234/26/FUL
1 Court Lane Newent Gloucestershire GL18 1ARAwaiting decisionAdvertisement consent for the erection of x2 wall mounted business signage and window and door signage.Received 15 Oct 2026P1216/26/ADV
Marville House Culver Street Newent Gloucestershire GL18 1JAAwaiting decisionDischarge of conditions 07 (drainage) and 08 (trees) of planning permission P0136/22/FULDischarge of ConditionsReceived 13 Oct 2026P1213/26/DISCON
Black Dog Inn Church Street Newent Gloucestershire GL18 1AAAwaiting decisionListed building consent for alterations and repairs to building to form 5 No. Bed and Breakfast accommodation (including the conversion of the detached garage/store). (Part Retrospective) (Resubmission of P1340/17/LBC)Listed Building ConsentReceived 9 Oct 2026P1203/26/LBC
Strawberry Hill Court Strawberry Hill Newent GloucestershireAwaiting decisionErection of building to provide 2 industrial business units allowing class E(g)(iii), B2 & B8 use classes.Received 8 Sep 2026P1055/26/FUL

Planning in Newent

Approved: 98%; 40 of 41 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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Around Newent

Postcode districts

GL18 86 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Forest of Dean District Council

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About Newent

Newent is a historic market town and civil parish located in the Forest of Dean district of Gloucestershire, England, approximately 11 miles north-west of Gloucester. With a population that grew from 5,073 in 2001 to 6,777 in the 2021 Census, Newent's roots date back to Roman times, and it was first documented in the 1086 Domesday Book. The town's rich history as a medieval market and fair site presents potential opportunities for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,276 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Forest of Dean district.

Property prices in Newent show an average sale price of £321,768, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Newent 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 Newent a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Newent has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Newent 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 Newent, 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, 53 planning applications were submitted near Newent. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), tree works (9), listed building and heritage (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Newent?

In the last 24 months, 53 planning applications were submitted near Newent. The approval rate is 98%.

How long do planning decisions take near Newent?

The average planning decision time near Newent is 52 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 Newent?

The planning approval rate near Newent is 98%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Newent?

The most common type of planning application near Newent is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Newent?

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