Upper Lydbrook, Gloucestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Upper Lydbrook, Gloucestershire.
Gloucestershire · England · settlement
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.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £323,217 (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 003C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Upper Lydbrook.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Upper Lydbrook.
- 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 Lydbrook based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Upper Lydbrook.
- - 1 Co-op Cottage Upper Lydbrook Lydbrook Gloucestershire GL17 9LG
Demolition of existing glass conservatory and outbuilding. Erection of new flat roof single storey extension and associated internal alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - Redbrick House Hangerberry Lydbrook Gloucestershire GL17 9QG
Erection of a double garage with associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - Quarry Works Church Hill Lydbrook Gloucestershire GL17 9SW
Partial change of use of commercial plot to residential use and the erection of a self-build dwelling with associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 2 Oldbrook Holbrook Upper Lydbrook Lydbrook Gloucestershire GL17 9PY
Erection of a two story side extension with associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2025-09-30
View full details - - East View Squires Road Hangerberry Lydbrook Gloucestershire GL17 9QL
Application under Section 191 to establish whether the formation of a foundation trench is lawful therefore confirming commencement of development before the expiration of planning permission P0707/22
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2025-09-02
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A brief summary of Upper Lydbrook in Gloucestershire
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 £323,217, 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 Upper Lydbrook a particularly low-crime area.
Upper Lydbrook has one conservation area within its boundaries: Lower Lydbrook. 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 Upper Lydbrook includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Wye SSSI; 15 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Wye Valley; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Wye. 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, 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.
Planning Activity in Upper Lydbrook
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Upper Lydbrook. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Upper Lydbrook.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Upper Lydbrook slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Upper Lydbrook were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 78% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.