Search Ruardean Hill planning applications

18 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Ruardean Hill · updated daily · Forest of Dean District Council

Only 8 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 18 · received or decided in the last 12 months

The Rosary Morse Lane Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9BDAwaiting decisionErection of a single storey side extension with associated works.Full ApplicationReceived 7 Oct 2026P1184/26/FUL
Morse Cottage Morse Lane Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9BAAwaiting decisionPole no. 79BJG38C at Grid Reference 363815, 217596 W3W: shirtless.deduced.seaside Retain existing 11.0m stout pole Extend HV stays to 45 degrees Replace existing 15kVA transformer with 50VA transformer Upgrade associated apparatusReceived 2 Oct 2026P1161/26/OHL
Ash Farm House Morse Lane Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9BEApprovedDischarge of condition 07 (surfacing details) of P1529/25/FULReceived 10 Sep 2026Decided 27 Oct 2026P1070/26/DISCON
Recreation Ground Ruardean Hill Sports And Social Club Highview Road Ruardean Hill Gloucestershire GL17 9ASApprovedErection of two-lane cricket practice facility with a concrete base covered by carpet layer surrounded by a net cage and installation of a security fence with associated works.Received 25 Aug 2026Decided 15 Oct 2026P0937/26/FUL
Blenheim Morgans Lane Ruardean Hill Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9ARApprovedErection of a single-storey lower ground floor rear extension with deck above, a single-storey upper ground floor rear extension, conversion of the existing lower ground floor garage to habitable accommodationReceived 6 Aug 2026Decided 21 Sep 2026P0889/26/FUL

Planning in Ruardean Hill

Approved: 89%; 16 of 17 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ruardean Hill in the last 24 months, from Forest of Dean District Council's planning register.

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Around Ruardean Hill

Postcode districts

GL17 101 applications in the last 12 monthsHR9 373 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Forest of Dean District Council

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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. It sits within the Forest of Dean district.

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 are currently no active flood warnings for the Ruardean Hill 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 Ruardean Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ruardean Hill has 15 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ruardean Hill 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 Ruardean Hill, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Ruardean Hill. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ruardean Hill?

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Ruardean Hill. The approval rate is 89%.

How long do planning decisions take near Ruardean Hill?

The average planning decision time near Ruardean Hill is 69 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 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 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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