How long do planning decisions take near Upper End (GL54)?

The average planning decision time near Upper End (GL54) is 42 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 Upper End (GL54)?

The planning approval rate near Upper End (GL54) is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Upper End (GL54)?

The most common type of planning application near Upper End (GL54) is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upper End (GL54)?

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Upper End (GL54), Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper End (GL54), Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Upper End (GL54) are administered by Cotswold District Council. View the full Cotswold District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Cotswold
Parliamentary constituency: North Cotswolds
LSOA: Cotswold 003G

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper End (GL54).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Upper End (GL54).

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 Upper End (GL54) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Upper End (GL54).

- Kingfisher Cottage Eastington Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL54 3PN
T1 Birch sp. Photograph below - Fell to ground level and replace with a better suited tree for a small cottage garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-06-01
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26/01678/TCONR - Kingfisher Cottage Eastington Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL54 3PN
T1 Birch sp. Photograph below - Fell to ground level and replace with a better suited tree for a small cottage garden
Status: Undecided | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-06-01

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A brief summary of Upper End (GL54) in Gloucestershire

Upper End (GL54) is a settlement located in Gloucestershire, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Upper End (GL54) a particularly low-crime area.

Upper End (GL54) has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Northleach, Eastington. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Upper End (GL54) includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Upper End (GL54)

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Upper End (GL54). Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Upper End (GL54).

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Upper End (GL54) were tree works (7), full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

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