Skip to content

Planning in Synwell

Approved
88%
58 of 61 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Stroud District CouncilCouncil page

Around Synwell

For home projects and trades

About Synwell

Synwell is a settlement located in Gloucestershire, England.

Property prices in Synwell show an average sale price of £420,986, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Synwell 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 Synwell a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Synwell has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Synwell 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.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Synwell, 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, 73 planning applications were submitted near Synwell. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were tree works (12), full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (6).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Synwell?
In the last 24 months, 73 planning applications were submitted near Synwell. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Synwell?
The average planning decision time near Synwell is 54 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 Synwell?
The planning approval rate near Synwell is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Synwell?
The most common type of planning application near Synwell is tree works applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Synwell?
You can search and track planning applications near Synwell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.