How long do planning decisions take near Chesterton?

The average planning decision time near Chesterton is 58 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 Chesterton?

The planning approval rate near Chesterton is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Chesterton?

The most common type of planning application near Chesterton is tree works applications, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chesterton?

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Chesterton, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chesterton, Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Chesterton are administered by Cotswold District Council. View the full Cotswold District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Chesterton

Cirencester, a vibrant market town in the Cotswold District of Gloucestershire, is situated on the banks of the River Churn. As the largest town in the Cotswolds and the eighth largest in Gloucestershire, it boasts a population of 20,229 as of 2021. Notably, it is home to the Royal Agricultural University, the oldest agricultural college in the English-speaking world, established in 1840. Conveniently located 18 miles from both Swindon and Gloucester, Cirencester serves as a key hub for planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £540,029 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cotswold
Parliamentary constituency: South Cotswolds
LSOA: Cotswold 010D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chesterton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Chesterton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

14 planning applications found near Chesterton.

26/01972/COMPLY - Chesterton Farm Cranhams Lane Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6JP
Compliance with condition 7 (Building Performance) of permission 25/02763/REM Reserved Matters pursuant to outline permission 16/00054/OUT relating to appearance, layout, landscaping and scale for the
Status: Undecided | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-06-26
26/01737/NONMAT - Chesterton Farm Cranhams Lane Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6JP
Non-Material Amendment of approved Materials Plan of permission 25/02763/REM - Reserved Matters pursuant to outline permission 16/00054/OUT relating to appearance, layout, landscaping and scale for th
Status: Undecided | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-06-04
- Land At Chesterton Farm Cranhams Lane Cirencester Gloucestershire
Compliance with condition 44 (CMP) of permission 16/00054/OUT - Outline application (with all matters except Access reserved for subsequent consideration) for a mixed use development comprising demoli
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-04-01
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- Land At Chesterton Farm Cranhams Lane Cirencester Gloucestershire
Compliance with conditions 44 (Construction Management Plan), 45 (Public Transport Infrastructure), 47 (Maintenance of Streets), 49 (Waste Minimisation and Soil Management), 51 (Phased Arboricultural
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-03-11
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- Land At Chesterton Farm Cranhams Lane Cirencester Gloucestershire
Compliance with conditions 46 (Fire Hydrants) and 55 (Contaminated Land) of permission 16/00054/OUT - Outline application (with all matters except Access reserved for subsequent consideration) for a m
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2026-02-04
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- Land At Chesterton Farm Cranhams Lane Cirencester Gloucestershire
Application to Modify a Section 106 Planning Obligation associated with Planning Permission Reference: 16/00054/OUT
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2025-11-03
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- Chesterton Farm Cranhams Lane Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6JP
Reserved Matters pursuant to outline permission 16/00054/OUT relating to appearance, layout, landscaping and scale for the proposed earth works associated with the landscaping area and spine road and
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2025-07-11
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- Chesterton Farm Cranhams Lane Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6JP
Reserved Matters pursuant to outline permission 16/00054/OUT relating to appearance, scale, landscaping and layout for the provision of the spine road to serve Phase 2 D and E of the wider development
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2025-07-11
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- Chesterton Farm Cranhams Lane Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6JP
The removal of the hedgerow is required to for service provision, site facilitation and road construction works
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2025-06-09
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- 7 The Maples Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 1TQ
Certificate of Lawful Proposed Use or Development under Section 192 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 for extension of existing drop kerb to create vehicle access onto front of property
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2024-07-10
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- 37 Bowly Road Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 1SF
Replacement of garage roller door with bay window to match existing (Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2013-04-22
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- Chesterton Post Office And Stores 35 Countess Lilias Road Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 1UD
First floor extension over existing shop to provide self contained accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2012-04-30
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- 27 Parklands Square Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 1SL
T.1 - 4 Sycamore Trees - to raise crowns to height of approx 7m from ground level. Thin inner canopy by 25% and remove dead and dying wood
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2012-02-10
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- 36 Bathurst Road Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 1SA
Two storey extension to rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cotswold | Date: 2012-02-01
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A brief summary of Chesterton in Gloucestershire

Property prices in Chesterton show an average sale price of £540,029, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Chesterton has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Cirencester Town Centre, Cirencester South, Cirencester Park, Cirencester Gloucester Street and River Walk. 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 Chesterton includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. 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 Chesterton

In the last 24 months, 63 planning applications were submitted near Chesterton. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Chesterton.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Chesterton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Chesterton were tree works (20), full planning applications (19), discharge of conditions (8). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 7 large-scale (major) developments, 1 medium-scale application, 49 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 48 applications
Refused: 1 application
Withdrawn: 3 applications
Awaiting decision: 11 applications

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