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Planning in Benhall

Approved
93%
113 of 116 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Benhall in the last 24 months, from Cheltenham Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Benhall

Postcode districts

GL51 394 applications in the last 12 monthsGL50 411 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cheltenham Borough Council

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About Benhall

Benhall is a small district located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, situated to the south-west of the town centre and just south of the A40, which serves as the primary route to Gloucester. The area primarily falls within the Anglican parish of St Mark and is bordered to the north by Up Hatherley, making it a key locality for planning applications in the region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Benhall 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 (September 2026). This makes Benhall a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Benhall 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 Benhall, 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, 167 planning applications were submitted near Benhall. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (19), outline applications (15), amendments (10). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Benhall?
In the last 24 months, 167 planning applications were submitted near Benhall. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Benhall?
The average planning decision time near Benhall is 36 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 Benhall?
The planning approval rate near Benhall is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Benhall?
The most common type of planning application near Benhall is listed building consent applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Benhall?
You can search and track planning applications near Benhall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.