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Planning in Rockstowes

Approved
71%
15 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Rockstowes in the last 24 months, from Stroud District Council's planning register.

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About Rockstowes

Rockstowes is a settlement located in Gloucestershire, England.

Property prices in Rockstowes show an average sale price of £393,665, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rockstowes area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Rockstowes a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Rockstowes has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rockstowes 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Rockstowes, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Rockstowes. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were tree works (7), full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rockstowes?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Rockstowes. The approval rate is 71%.
How long do planning decisions take near Rockstowes?
The average planning decision time near Rockstowes is 52 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 Rockstowes?
The planning approval rate near Rockstowes is 71%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rockstowes?
The most common type of planning application near Rockstowes is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rockstowes?
You can search and track planning applications near Rockstowes on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.