Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire.
Gloucestershire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Somerford Keynes are administered by Cotswold District Council. View the full Cotswold District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Somerford Keynes
Somerford Keynes is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Cotswold district of Gloucestershire, England, nestled near the River Thames and approximately 5 miles from its source. Situated on the border with Wiltshire, it is conveniently positioned between Cirencester, Swindon, and Malmesbury. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 479, with a 2019 estimate rising to 558, and it also encompasses the village of Shorncote, making it an area of interest for planning applications.
Population: 481 (2021)
District: Cotswold
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £540,029 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cotswold
- Parliamentary constituency: South Cotswolds
- LSOA: Cotswold 009B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Somerford Keynes.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Somerford Keynes.
- 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 Somerford Keynes based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Somerford Keynes.
- - Pendle Cottage Somerford Keynes Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6DN
Replacement conservatory
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-05-26
View full details - - The Coach House Somerford Keynes Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6DN
Dead tree in garden for removal
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-04-22
View full details - - Somerford Keynes House Somerford Keynes Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6DN
Compliance with condition 3 (arboricultural method statement) of permission 25/03759/FUL - Erection of a garden machinery storage outbuilding
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - Somerford Keynes House Somerford Keynes Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6DN
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of permission 24/00208/FUL - (Erection of a porch extension and alterations to Somerford Keynes House Alteration to Kings Cottage, the Coach House and adjoini
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - Somerford Keynes House Somerford Keynes Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6DN
Erection of a garden machinery storage outbuilding
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2025-11-26
View full details - - Kemble Mill Poole Keynes Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6ED
Compliance with conditions 3 (Walling and roofing), 6 (Rain Water Goods) and 12 (External lighting) and partial compliance with 5 condition (Repointing) of permission 24/00753/FUL - Refurbishment and
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2025-01-15
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A brief summary of Somerford Keynes in Gloucestershire
Somerford Keynes is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Cotswold district of Gloucestershire, England, nestled near the River Thames and approximately 5 miles from its source. Situated on the border with Wiltshire, it is conveniently positioned between Cirencester, Swindon, and Malmesbury. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 479, with a 2019 estimate rising to 558, and it also encompasses the village of Shorncote, making it an area of interest for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 481 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cotswold district.
Property prices in Somerford Keynes show an average sale price of £540,029, 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 Somerford Keynes a particularly low-crime area.
Somerford Keynes has one conservation area within its boundaries: Somerford Keynes. 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 Somerford Keynes includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cotswold Water Park SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Somerford Keynes 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.
Planning Activity in Somerford Keynes
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Somerford Keynes. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Somerford Keynes.
The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Somerford Keynes were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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