How long do planning decisions take near Hester's Way?

The average planning decision time near Hester's Way is 40 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 Hester's Way?

The planning approval rate near Hester's Way is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hester's Way?

The most common type of planning application near Hester's Way is outline applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hester's Way?

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Hester's Way, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hester's Way, Gloucestershire.

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Area Information

Admin district: Cheltenham
Parliamentary constituency: Cheltenham
LSOA: Cheltenham 011B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hester's Way.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hester's Way.

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...)
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Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Hester's Way based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Hester's Way.

- 83 Hesters Way Road Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 0RG
Remove outbuilding and new single storey extension to rear of property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cheltenham | Date: 2026-03-02
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- 81 Village Road Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 0BE
Dropped kerb and driveway.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cheltenham | Date: 2026-01-15
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- 44 Orchard Avenue Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 7LE
Erection of conservatory to rear elevation.
Type: Full | Council: Cheltenham | Date: 2025-12-19
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- All Saints Academy Blaisdon Way Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 0WH
Installation of roof mounted Solar PV at All Saints Academy with a maximum kWp of 179.14. All Solar PV Installations will be installed within permitted development rights.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cheltenham | Date: 2025-10-03
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A brief summary of Hester's Way in Gloucestershire

Hester's Way is a settlement located in Gloucestershire, England.

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

Hester's Way has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Swindon Village, 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 Hester's Way

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Hester's Way. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

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

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hester's Way were outline applications (7), full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (3).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 16 smaller schemes were submitted.

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