How long do planning decisions take near Hatherley?

The average planning decision time near Hatherley is 18 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 Hatherley?

The planning approval rate near Hatherley is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hatherley?

The most common type of planning application near Hatherley is listed building consent applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hatherley?

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Hatherley, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hatherley, Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hatherley are administered by Cheltenham Borough Council. View the full Cheltenham Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Cheltenham
Parliamentary constituency: Cheltenham
LSOA: Cheltenham 013E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hatherley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hatherley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Hatherley.

26/00771/CACN - Dean Close School Shelburne Road Hatherley Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 6HE
Fell semi-mature cedar (due to roots causing wall movement, cracking and leaning into highway).
Status: Undecided | Council: Cheltenham | Date: 2026-05-14
- 2 Campden Road Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 6AA
Proposed driveway and dropped kerb.
Type: Outline | Council: Cheltenham | Date: 2026-05-05
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- Cartref 7 Alma Close Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 3NA
Extend the width of existing drop kerb
Type: Full | Council: Cheltenham | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 15 Sheepscombe Close Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 6BE
Non-material amendment to planning permission 24/02009/FUL; seeking replacement of previously approved frosted ensuite window with 550x780 Fakro rooflight.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Cheltenham | Date: 2026-01-19
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- McDonalds 374 Gloucester Road Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 7AY
Non material amendment of planning permission 24/01415/FUL; reconfiguration of cycle stands.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Cheltenham | Date: 2026-01-15
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- 14 Rippledale Close Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 6HD
First floor extension and internal alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cheltenham | Date: 2025-11-26
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- Former TGI Fridays 374 Gloucester Road Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 7AY
Non-material amendment to planning permission ref. 25/00745/CONDIT to relocate gate and inclusion of path and planters.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Cheltenham | Date: 2025-07-10
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- Dean Close School Shelburne Road Hatherley Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 6HE
Extension of the Humanities Department.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cheltenham | Date: 2025-06-20
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- 35 Campden Road Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 6AA
Erection of single storey side extension to serve as a garage, with internal and external alterations to the main house.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cheltenham | Date: 2025-04-14
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- 44 Griffiths Avenue Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 7BL
Non-material amendment of planning application 22/02211/FUL. Redesign of front porch to match style of rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Cheltenham | Date: 2023-04-14
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A brief summary of Hatherley in Gloucestershire

Hatherley is a settlement located in Gloucestershire, England.

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

Hatherley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Central, The Poets. 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.

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Planning Activity in Hatherley

In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Hatherley. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 18 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hatherley may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 18 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hatherley were listed building and heritage (18), outline applications (10), amendments (10). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 4 were dismissed (20% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 39 applications
Refused: 0 applications
Withdrawn: 3 applications
Awaiting decision: 18 applications

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