How long do planning decisions take near Overton?

The average planning decision time near Overton is 65 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 Overton?

The planning approval rate near Overton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Overton?

The most common type of planning application near Overton is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Overton?

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Overton, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Overton, Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

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

About Overton

Overton is a hamlet located within the civil parish of Arlingham in the Stroud district of Gloucestershire, England. First recorded in 1584, its name derives from Old English, meaning "upper farmstead." The nearby Barrow Hill, standing at 62 meters, is the highest point on the Arlingham peninsula, providing scenic views across the River Severn to the Forest of Dean, making it a notable area for potential planning applications related to development and conservation.

District: Arlingham

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £282,340 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Gloucester
Parliamentary constituency: Tewkesbury
LSOA: Gloucester 002E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Overton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Overton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Overton in Gloucestershire

Property prices in Overton show an average sale price of £282,340, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Overton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Upper Severn Estuary SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Severn Estuary; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Severn Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Severn Estuary. 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 Overton

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Overton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

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

At 65 days on average, decisions near Overton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Overton were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application was submitted.

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