How long do planning decisions take near Woodhouse Down?

The average planning decision time near Woodhouse Down is 45 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 Woodhouse Down?

The planning approval rate near Woodhouse Down is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Woodhouse Down?

The most common type of planning application near Woodhouse Down is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Woodhouse Down?

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Woodhouse Down, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woodhouse Down, Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Woodhouse Down are administered by South Gloucestershire Council. View the full South Gloucestershire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: South Gloucestershire
Parliamentary constituency: Thornbury and Yate
LSOA: South Gloucestershire 005B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woodhouse Down.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Woodhouse Down.

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 Woodhouse Down based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Woodhouse Down.

- Maisemore Gloucester Road Almondsbury South Gloucestershire BS32 4HS
Non Material Amendment to planning permission P24/02767/F Alterations to doors and windows, additional solar panels, change of brick colour, addition of ASHP, Increase in roof height and footprint and
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-06-05
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- Land And Buildings At Lower Woodhouse Fernhill Almondsbury South Gloucestershire BS32 4LX
Confirmation of existing buildings on site as specified by the applicants covering letter dated 12th January 2026.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-01-19
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- Woodhouse Park Fernhill Almondsbury South Gloucestershire BS32 4LX
Works to fell 1no Leylandi, 1no Oak and 1no Pine Tree covered by Tree Preservation Order TPO338 dated 07/10/1981.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2023-05-17
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A brief summary of Woodhouse Down in Gloucestershire

Woodhouse Down is a settlement located in Gloucestershire, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Woodhouse Down a particularly low-crime area.

Woodhouse Down has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Tockington, Lower Almondsbury, Olveston. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Woodhouse Down includes 4 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 Woodhouse Down

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Woodhouse Down. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 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 Woodhouse Down.

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Woodhouse Down were full planning applications (3), outline applications (3), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

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