Whitfield, Gloucestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Whitfield, Gloucestershire.
Gloucestershire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Whitfield are administered by Cheltenham Borough Council. View the full Cheltenham Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Whitfield
Whitfield is a quaint hamlet located in South Gloucestershire, England. This charming community offers a blend of rural tranquility and proximity to nearby urban areas, making it a unique spot for potential development and planning applications. The area's scenic surroundings and local amenities contribute to its appeal for both residents and developers alike.
District: Falfield
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £420,986 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Stroud
- Parliamentary constituency: Stroud
- LSOA: Stroud 015D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Whitfield.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Whitfield.
- 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 Whitfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Whitfield.
- - The Orchard Gloucester Road Whitfield South Gloucestershire GL12 8DU
Removal of S106 obligation attached to PT16/6941/F.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - - Teazle Cottage Gloucester Road Whitfield South Gloucestershire GL12 8DU
Erection of a two storey side extension to garage to form enlarged garage with storage space.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2023-03-30
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A brief summary of Whitfield in Gloucestershire
Whitfield is a quaint hamlet located in South Gloucestershire, England. This charming community offers a blend of rural tranquility and proximity to nearby urban areas, making it a unique spot for potential development and planning applications. The area's scenic surroundings and local amenities contribute to its appeal for both residents and developers alike. It sits within the Falfield district.
Property prices in Whitfield show an average sale price of £420,986, 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 Whitfield a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Whitfield includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Buckover Road Cutting SSSI, Brinkmarsh Quarry SSSI; 9 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Whitfield 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 Whitfield
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Whitfield. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Whitfield may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Whitfield were amendments (2), full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).
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