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Planning in Bournside

Approved
95%
402 of 411 decided
Decision time
about 4 weeks
on average

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

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Around Bournside

Postcode districts

GL50 411 applications in the last 12 monthsGL51 394 applications in the last 12 monthsGL52 643 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 Bournside

Bournside is a village located on the outskirts of Cheltenham in Gloucestershire, England. As a suburb, it offers a blend of residential living with proximity to the amenities and services of Cheltenham, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications. It sits within the Cheltenham district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bournside 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 Bournside 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, Bournside 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 Bournside, 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, 511 planning applications were submitted near Bournside. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 31 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (157), discharge of conditions (38), amendments (16).

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 Bournside?
In the last 24 months, 511 planning applications were submitted near Bournside. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bournside?
The average planning decision time near Bournside is 31 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 Bournside?
The planning approval rate near Bournside is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bournside?
The most common type of planning application near Bournside is listed building consent applications, with 157 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bournside?
You can search and track planning applications near Bournside on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.