How long do planning decisions take near Oldbury on the Hill?

The average planning decision time near Oldbury on the Hill is 26 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 Oldbury on the Hill?

The planning approval rate near Oldbury on the Hill is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Oldbury on the Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Oldbury on the Hill is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Oldbury on the Hill?

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Oldbury on the Hill, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Oldbury on the Hill, Gloucestershire.

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Planning applications in Oldbury on the Hill are administered by Cheltenham Borough Council. View the full Cheltenham Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Oldbury on the Hill

Oldbury-on-the-Hill is a picturesque village located within the civil parish of Didmarton in Gloucestershire's Cotswold district. Situated approximately 93 miles west of London and just under a mile north of Didmarton, this quaint community offers a unique setting for potential planning applications in the area, reflecting the charm of the Cotswolds.

District: Didmarton

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Area Information

Admin district: Cotswold
Parliamentary constituency: South Cotswolds
LSOA: Cotswold 011H

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Oldbury on the Hill.

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 the Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Oldbury on the Hill in Gloucestershire

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

Oldbury on the Hill has one conservation area within its boundaries: Didmarton. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Oldbury on the Hill includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. 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 Oldbury on the Hill

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Oldbury on the Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Oldbury on the Hill may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 26 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Oldbury on the Hill were tree works (1), other applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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