How long do planning decisions take near The Pound?

The average planning decision time near The Pound is 63 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 The Pound?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near The Pound?

The most common type of planning application near The Pound is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near The Pound?

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The Pound, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near The Pound, Gloucestershire.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £431,935 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Forest of Dean
Parliamentary constituency: Forest of Dean
LSOA: Forest of Dean 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near The Pound.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 The Pound based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near The Pound.

- Leadon Vale Farm Crowfield Lane Dymock Gloucestershire GL18 2AE
Compliance of Biodiversity Net Gain Plan relating to planning permission P1134/25/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-02-26
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- Leadon Vale Farm Crowfield Lane Dymock Gloucestershire GL18 2AE
Discharge of Condition 5 (Biodiversity Enhancements) relating to planning permission P1134/25/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-02-26
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- Land At Wintours Green The Village Dymock Gloucestershire
Reduce Lime tree (T3 on sketch plan) to a single trunk at approximately 10 m, below any Mistletoe infestation, to allow a new canopy to regenerate. Reason - the tree is heavily infested with Mistletoe
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-01-26
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- Land At Wintours Green The Village Dymock Gloucestershire
Lift crown of Oak tree (T5 on sketch plan) to give 2.5 metres clearance to building. Reason - encroachment on building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-01-26
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- Sparepenny Cottage Ledbury Road Dymock Gloucestershire GL18 2AG
Fell and remove 3 x Sycamore trees, due to fungal infection, within falling distance of adjacent road/neighbours property, and casting excessive shade. Replacement planting with 1 x Magnolia next to r
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2023-07-18
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A brief summary of The Pound in Gloucestershire

The Pound is a settlement located in Gloucestershire, England.

Property prices in The Pound show an average sale price of £431,935, 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 The Pound a particularly low-crime area.

The Pound has one conservation area within its boundaries: Dymock. 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 The Pound includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, The Pound 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 The Pound

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near The Pound. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

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

At 63 days on average, decisions near The Pound slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near The Pound were tree works (5), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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