How long do planning decisions take near Preston (GL7)?

The average planning decision time near Preston (GL7) is 49 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 Preston (GL7)?

The planning approval rate near Preston (GL7) is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Preston (GL7)?

The most common type of planning application near Preston (GL7) is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Preston (GL7)?

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Preston (GL7), Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Preston (GL7), Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Preston (GL7) are administered by Cotswold District Council. View the full Cotswold District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £197,631 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cotswold
Parliamentary constituency: South Cotswolds
LSOA: Cotswold 008E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Preston (GL7).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Preston (GL7).

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 Preston (GL7) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Preston (GL7).

- Land East Of Kingshill Lane Cirencester Gloucestershire
Request for Screening Opinion under the Town and Country Planning Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations 2017 (as amended)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-07-03
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26/01976/TPO - Siddington House Siddington Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6EU
Dead Lime Tree (957) next to the retirement village. Recommend removal. Two Horse Chestnuts (1978 &1979) Faliure at stem. Next to South Cerney Road recommended Monolith Sycamore (1980) faliure at base
Status: Undecided | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-06-26
26/01799/TPO - Siddington Park Retirement Village Siddington Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6GX
Multiple Western Red Cedars - reduce by 20 feet and thin - Tree numbers 86, 88, 90, 92, 94, 98,100, 102, 132, 136,138 on plan provided.
Status: Undecided | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-06-09
- Village Farmhouse 78 Preston Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 5PR
T1: Horse Chestnut - 30% Crown reduction to allow light into the home and garden. This has been done before so will conform to the previous cut points.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-01-14
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- Land At Kingshill Lane To Witpit Lane Preston Gloucestershire GL7 5PR
Compliance with condition 6 (10-year Landscape and Ecological Management Plan (LEMP)) of permission 25/01240/FUL - Erection of a barn for agricultural purposes
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2025-07-14
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- Old Farm House Preston Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 5PR
Replace 5no. windows on front elevation with new single galzed timber windows.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2024-05-28
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- Old Farm House Preston Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 5PR
Compliance with condition 2 (Design and details) of consent 21/03907/LBC - Replace side and rear existing wooden casement single glazed windows with slim profile double glazed, wooden casement windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2024-01-09
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A brief summary of Preston (GL7) in Gloucestershire

Preston (GL7) is a settlement located in Gloucestershire, England.

Property prices in Preston (GL7) show an average sale price of £197,631, 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 Preston (GL7) a particularly low-crime area.

Preston (GL7) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Preston. 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 Preston (GL7) 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 Preston (GL7)

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Preston (GL7). Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Preston (GL7) maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Preston (GL7) were discharge of conditions (4), tree works (2), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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