A controversial plan for two new houses in land off Arden Close in Bradley Stoke have been turned down amid fears they would be “overbearing”.

Planners said the new detached homes would be “to the detriment of the local amenity” and that the development would cause privacy issues for a home in Pursey Drive.

The decision by South Gloucestershire Council also raised concerns over increased traffic – something objectors were pointing to as a problem.

The application was made by Mr & Mrs Bradford from neighbouring Stoke Gifford.