How long do planning decisions take near Southrop?

The average planning decision time near Southrop 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 Southrop?

The planning approval rate near Southrop is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Southrop?

The most common type of planning application near Southrop is listed building consent applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Southrop?

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Southrop, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Southrop, Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Southrop are administered by Cotswold District Council. View the full Cotswold District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Southrop

Southrop is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Gloucestershire, England, nestled along the River Leach. The village is home to the historic Grade I listed St Peter's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. Its proximity to nearby villages such as Eastleach Turville, Lechlade, and Fairford makes it an area of interest for planning applications and local development projects.

Population: 277 (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 008A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Southrop.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Southrop.

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 Southrop based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Southrop.

- Thyme - Southrop Estate Office Southrop Estate Southrop Lechlade Gloucestershire GL7 3PW
Erection of glazed extension to curtilage listed building
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2025-09-01
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A brief summary of Southrop in Gloucestershire

Property prices in Southrop 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 Southrop a particularly low-crime area.

Southrop has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Southrop, Eastleach. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Southrop includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cotswold Water Park SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. 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, Southrop 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 Southrop

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Southrop. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Southrop may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

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 Southrop were listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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