How long do planning decisions take near Ruardean Hill?

The average planning decision time near Ruardean Hill is 71 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 Ruardean Hill?

The planning approval rate near Ruardean Hill is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ruardean Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Ruardean Hill is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ruardean Hill?

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Ruardean Hill, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ruardean Hill, Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Ruardean Hill are administered by Forest Of Dean District Council. View the full Forest Of Dean District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Ruardean Hill

Ruardean Hill is a notable village located in Gloucestershire, approximately 20 km (12 miles) west of Gloucester. Nestled within the Forest of Dean and part of the parish of Drybrook, the area presents a unique setting for planning applications, blending natural beauty with community development opportunities.

Elevation: 290m

District: Forest of Dean

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £266,633 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Forest of Dean
Parliamentary constituency: Forest of Dean
LSOA: Forest of Dean 003B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ruardean Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ruardean 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 Ruardean Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Ruardean Hill.

- Mae View Highview Road Ruardean Hill Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9AR
Conversion of existing stables to form annexed living accommodation for elderly parents, together with associated works, and change of use of land to additional residential curtilage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-03-02
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- Ash Farm Morse Lane Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9BE
Conversion and change of use of two barns: Barn One to form one dwelling and one short-term holiday let, and Barn Two to form an extension to the existing farmhouse, with associated external works and
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2025-12-12
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- Newburgh Morse Lane Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9BE
Construction of a new self-build purpose designed dwelling and demolition of an existing cottage and outbuildings
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2025-08-29
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- Morse Farm Morse Road Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9AJ
Erection of agricultural building
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2024-01-05
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A brief summary of Ruardean Hill in Gloucestershire

Ruardean Hill sits at an elevation of 290 metres above sea level. The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Ruardean Hill show an average sale price of £266,633, 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 Ruardean Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ruardean Hill includes 15 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Ruardean Hill

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Ruardean Hill. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Ruardean Hill maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision period of 71 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Ruardean Hill were full planning applications (8), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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