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Planning in Stinchcombe

Approved
87%
20 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Stinchcombe

Stinchcombe is a quaint village and civil parish located in Gloucestershire, England, positioned along the B4060 road between Dursley and North Nibley. Home to a small population of 480 as of the 2011 census, the village features St Cyr's Church, which boasts a historic churchyard with 40 to 60 gravestones, adding to the area's charm and character for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 482 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Stroud district.

Property prices in Stinchcombe show an average sale price of £393,665, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stinchcombe 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 Stinchcombe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Stinchcombe has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stinchcombe 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 Stinchcombe, 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, 26 planning applications were submitted near Stinchcombe. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), tree works (4), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stinchcombe?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Stinchcombe. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stinchcombe?
The average planning decision time near Stinchcombe is 52 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 Stinchcombe?
The planning approval rate near Stinchcombe is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stinchcombe?
The most common type of planning application near Stinchcombe is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stinchcombe?
You can search and track planning applications near Stinchcombe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.