How long do planning decisions take near Viney Hill?

The average planning decision time near Viney Hill is 74 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 Viney Hill?

The planning approval rate near Viney Hill is 60%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Viney Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Viney Hill is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Viney Hill?

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Viney Hill, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Viney Hill, Gloucestershire.

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About Viney Hill

Awre is a charming village and civil parish located in the Forest of Dean District of Gloucestershire, England. Nestled near the scenic River Severn, it serves as an electoral ward, offering a picturesque setting for potential planning applications in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £263,665 (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 005A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Viney Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Viney Hill.

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 Viney Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Viney Hill.

- Valley View Chapel Road Viney Hill Lydney Gloucestershire GL15 4NU
Demolition of single storey side extension and erection of a two-storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2026-02-27
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- Land At Viney Quarry Pine Tree Way Viney Hill GL15 4NT
Variation of conditions 1 (approved plans), 3 (parking facilities), 4 (cycle storage facilities), 6 (landscaping), 7 (ecological walkover) and 9 (external lighting) of P1115/24/FUL to allow for change
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2025-10-29
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A brief summary of Viney Hill in Gloucestershire

Property prices in Viney Hill show an average sale price of £263,665, 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 Viney Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Viney Hill includes 10 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Viney Hill

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Viney Hill. Of these, 60% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 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 Viney Hill.

The average decision period of 74 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Viney Hill were full planning applications (8). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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