Oldbury-on-Severn, Gloucestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Oldbury-on-Severn, Gloucestershire.
Gloucestershire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Oldbury-on-Severn are administered by South Gloucestershire Council. View the full South Gloucestershire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Oldbury-on-Severn
Oldbury-on-Severn is a quaint village located near the mouth of the River Severn in South Gloucestershire, England, with a population of 780 as recorded in the 2011 census. The village is notable for its proximity to the Oldbury nuclear power station, a Magnox facility that began operations in 1967 and was decommissioned on 29 February 2012. This context may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area, especially regarding land use and environmental assessments.
Population: 751 (2021)
District: South Gloucestershire
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Area Information
- Admin district: South Gloucestershire
- Parliamentary constituency: Thornbury and Yate
- LSOA: South Gloucestershire 005D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Oldbury-on-Severn.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Oldbury-on-Severn.
- 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 Oldbury-on-Severn based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Oldbury-on-Severn.
- - The Paddock House Camp Road Oldbury On Severn South Gloucestershire BS35 1PT
Demolition of existing extension. Erection of single storey rear extension to form additional living accommodation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - Naite Farm The Naite Oldbury On Severn South Gloucestershire
Conversion and change of use of agricultural barn to 1no. self build dwelling (Class C3) with associated works (resubmission of P24/02087/F)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2025-09-22
View full details - - 1 Roman Camp Cottages West End Oldbury On Severn South Gloucestershire BS35 1PX
Erection of a two storey rear extension to form additional living accomodation
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2025-04-25
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A brief summary of Oldbury-on-Severn in Gloucestershire
Oldbury-on-Severn is a quaint village located near the mouth of the River Severn in South Gloucestershire, England, with a population of 780 as recorded in the 2011 census. The village is notable for its proximity to the Oldbury nuclear power station, a Magnox facility that began operations in 1967 and was decommissioned on 29 February 2012. This context may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area, especially regarding land use and environmental assessments. The settlement has a population of approximately 751 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Gloucestershire district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Oldbury-on-Severn a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Oldbury-on-Severn 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.
Planning Activity in Oldbury-on-Severn
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Oldbury-on-Severn. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Oldbury-on-Severn may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 79 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Oldbury-on-Severn were full planning applications (5), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.
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