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Planning in Upper Lydbrook

Approved
89%
17 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Upper Lydbrook in the last 24 months, from Forest of Dean District Council's planning register.

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Around Upper Lydbrook

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GL17 101 applications in the last 12 monthsGL15 202 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Forest of Dean District Council

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About Upper Lydbrook

Upper Lydbrook is a civil parish situated in the picturesque Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, within the scenic Wye Valley. This area includes the districts of Lower Lydbrook, Joys Green, and Worrall Hill, and is noted for its impressive mile-and-a-half long high street, claimed to be the longest of any village in England. For those researching planning applications, Upper Lydbrook offers a unique blend of rural charm and historical significance.

Property prices in Upper Lydbrook show an average sale price of £316,690, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Upper Lydbrook 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 Upper Lydbrook a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Upper Lydbrook has 18 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Lydbrook 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 Upper Lydbrook, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Upper Lydbrook. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upper Lydbrook?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Upper Lydbrook. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upper Lydbrook?
The average planning decision time near Upper Lydbrook is 70 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 Lydbrook?
The planning approval rate near Upper Lydbrook is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Lydbrook?
The most common type of planning application near Upper Lydbrook is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upper Lydbrook?
You can search and track planning applications near Upper Lydbrook on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.