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Planning in Sharpness

Only 9 decisions near Sharpness in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Sharpness

Sharpness is a significant port located in the civil parish of Hinton within the Stroud district of Gloucestershire, England. Known for being one of the most inland ports in Britain and the eighth largest in South West England, it sits on the River Severn, where it experiences a considerable tidal range, albeit less than that of Avonmouth downstream. This unique geographical position may influence planning applications in the area, particularly those related to maritime activities and infrastructure development. It sits within the Hinton district.

Property prices in Sharpness show an average sale price of £371,623, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sharpness 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 Sharpness a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sharpness has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sharpness 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 Sharpness, 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, 14 planning applications were submitted near Sharpness.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sharpness?
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Sharpness.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sharpness?
The most common type of planning application near Sharpness is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sharpness?
You can search and track planning applications near Sharpness on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.