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Planning in Woolaston Common

Approved
79%
11 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Woolaston Common in the last 24 months, from Forest of Dean District Council's planning register.

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About Woolaston Common

Woolaston Common is a settlement located in Gloucestershire, England.

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

The area around Woolaston Common has 20 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Woolaston Common 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 Woolaston Common, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Woolaston Common. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), tree works (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Woolaston Common?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Woolaston Common. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Woolaston Common?
The average planning decision time near Woolaston Common is 86 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 Woolaston Common?
The planning approval rate near Woolaston Common is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Woolaston Common?
The most common type of planning application near Woolaston Common is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Woolaston Common?
You can search and track planning applications near Woolaston Common on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.