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Planning in St Briavels

Approved
100%
12 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About St Briavels

St Briavels is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Royal Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, just 5 miles south of Coleford and near the England-Wales border. Perched nearly 800 feet above sea level on a limestone plateau overlooking the River Wye, it boasts stunning views and a rich historical backdrop, highlighted by the ruins of the 12th-century St Briavels Castle. The village's unique topography and historical significance make it a notable area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,298 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Forest of Dean district.

Property prices in St Briavels show an average sale price of £263,665, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the St Briavels 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 (February 2026). This makes St Briavels a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around St Briavels has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, St Briavels 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 St Briavels, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near St Briavels. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

The most common types were tree works (7), full planning applications (4), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near St Briavels?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near St Briavels. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near St Briavels?
The average planning decision time near St Briavels is 39 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 St Briavels?
The planning approval rate near St Briavels is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near St Briavels?
The most common type of planning application near St Briavels is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near St Briavels?
You can search and track planning applications near St Briavels on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.