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Planning in Thornbury

Approved
100%
23 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Thornbury in the last 24 months, from South Gloucestershire Council's planning register.

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About Thornbury

Thornbury, a thriving market town in South Gloucestershire, is located approximately 12 miles north of Bristol and boasts a population that grew from 12,063 in 2011 to 14,496 by 2021. Renowned for its beautiful landscapes, Thornbury has received multiple Britain in Bloom awards and hosts its own local competition, Thornbury in Bloom. With historical roots dating back to the 9th century and a mention in the Domesday Book, this town offers a rich heritage alongside modern planning opportunities. The town has a population of approximately 14,485 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Gloucestershire district.

The area around Thornbury has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Thornbury 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.thornburytowncouncil.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Thornbury, 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, 75 planning applications were submitted near Thornbury. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), tree works (8), discharge of conditions (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Thornbury?
In the last 24 months, 75 planning applications were submitted near Thornbury. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Thornbury?
The average planning decision time near Thornbury is 51 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 Thornbury?
The planning approval rate near Thornbury is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Thornbury?
The most common type of planning application near Thornbury is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Thornbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Thornbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.