How long do planning decisions take near Old Down?

The average planning decision time near Old Down is 44 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Old Down?

The most common type of planning application near Old Down is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Old Down, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Old Down, Gloucestershire.

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About Old Down

Old Down is a charming hamlet in South Gloucestershire, nestled near the larger villages of Olveston and Tockington. The area features the popular Old Down Country Park, housed in a historic country house, alongside The Fox pub and various sporting facilities, making it a vibrant community with potential for planning applications related to tourism and recreation.

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Area Information

Admin district: South Gloucestershire
Parliamentary constituency: Filton and Bradley Stoke
LSOA: South Gloucestershire 012F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Old Down.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Old Down.

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 Old Down based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Old Down.

- Land At Hazel Lane Tockington South Gloucestershire BS32 4PL
Erection of 1 no. self build dwelling (Application for Technical Detail Consent following approved permission in principle P25/02065/PIP).
Status: Undecided | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-04-27
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- 11 The Crescent Old Down South Gloucestershire BS32 4PJ
Erection of single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-03-23
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- Land Off Hazel Lane Bristol Tockington BS32 4PL
Discharge of The General Biodiversity Net Gain Condition attached to planning permission P25/00695/F. Erection of 1no. agricultural building with associated works.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2025-05-30
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- The Down House Foxholes Lane Tockington South Gloucestershire BS32 4PF
Demolition of two former additions attached to former coach house, and construction of new car port and garage extensions (retrospective).
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2023-08-09
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A brief summary of Old Down in Gloucestershire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Old Down a particularly low-crime area.

Old Down has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Tockington, Olveston. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Old Down includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Old Down

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Old Down. The average decision time was 44 days.

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Old Down were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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