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Planning in Winterbourne

Approved
87%
48 of 53 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Winterbourne in the last 24 months, from South Gloucestershire Council's planning register.

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About Winterbourne

Winterbourne is a prominent village and civil parish in South Gloucestershire, England, located just beyond the northern edge of Bristol. It encompasses nearby communities such as Winterbourne Down, Whiteshill, Hambrook, Frenchay, and Watley's End, while Frampton Cotterell to the north-east and Bradley Stoke to the west are its closest neighbours. As of the 2021 census, Winterbourne had a population of 10,250, making it a significant area for planning applications and local development. The settlement has a population of approximately 10,249 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Gloucestershire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Winterbourne 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 Winterbourne a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Winterbourne has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Winterbourne 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Winterbourne, 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, 85 planning applications were submitted near Winterbourne. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (48), outline applications (9), tree works (8). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Winterbourne?
In the last 24 months, 85 planning applications were submitted near Winterbourne. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Winterbourne?
The average planning decision time near Winterbourne is 61 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 Winterbourne?
The planning approval rate near Winterbourne is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Winterbourne?
The most common type of planning application near Winterbourne is full planning applications, with 48 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Winterbourne?
You can search and track planning applications near Winterbourne on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.