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Planning in Nympsfield

Approved
79%
19 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Nympsfield

Nympsfield is a quaint village and civil parish in Gloucestershire, situated approximately four miles south-west of Stroud. The parish encompasses the village of Nympsfield and the hamlet of Cockadilly, with a population of 382 recorded in the 2011 census. This picturesque area may present opportunities for planning applications amid its charming rural landscape. The settlement has a population of approximately 428 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Stroud district.

Property prices in Nympsfield show an average sale price of £365,508, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Nympsfield 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 Nympsfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Nympsfield has 18 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Nympsfield 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 Nympsfield, 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, 29 planning applications were submitted near Nympsfield. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were tree works (5), full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Nympsfield?
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Nympsfield. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Nympsfield?
The average planning decision time near Nympsfield is 48 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 Nympsfield?
The planning approval rate near Nympsfield is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Nympsfield?
The most common type of planning application near Nympsfield is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Nympsfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Nympsfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.