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Planning in Woodchester

Approved
77%
48 of 57 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Woodchester in the last 24 months, from Stroud District Council's planning register.

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About Woodchester

Woodchester is a charming village situated in the Nailsworth Valley of Gloucestershire, nestled within the picturesque South Cotswolds region. Located along the A46 road, which connects Stroud to Nailsworth, the village has a population of 1,206 as recorded in the 2011 census, making it a small yet vibrant community ideal for those exploring planning opportunities in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,208 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Stroud district.

Property prices in Woodchester show an average sale price of £504,123, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Woodchester has 17 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Woodchester 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 Woodchester, 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, 70 planning applications were submitted near Woodchester. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were tree works (15), full planning applications (11), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Woodchester?
In the last 24 months, 70 planning applications were submitted near Woodchester. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Woodchester?
The average planning decision time near Woodchester is 63 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 Woodchester?
The planning approval rate near Woodchester is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Woodchester?
The most common type of planning application near Woodchester is tree works applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Woodchester?
You can search and track planning applications near Woodchester on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.